Scheduled MonumentsWalesRath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm
Prehistoric · Rath

Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE090
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Rath
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The monument consists of a circular or sub-circular enclosure formed by one or more banks and associated ditches, typical of Iron Age defensive settlements in the region. Dating to the Iron Age period, such raths represent domestic settlements fortified against livestock raiding and inter-tribal conflict, and served as the residences of substantial household groups within their communities. The site is recorded and protected under the Cadw Scheduled Ancient Monument designation PE090, reflecting its archaeological importance for understanding Iron Age settlement patterns and defensive strategies in southwest Wales.

Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE090. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm?

Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE090.

What period does Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm date from?

Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a rath. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm?

Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is PE090.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rath 150m SE of Pelcomb Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Denant Rath (4.6 km), Burnt Mound 240m NE of Highway Park (6.7 km), Hook Quay (6.8 km).

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