Scheduled MonumentsWalesRingwork NE of New House
Medieval · Ringwork

Ringwork NE of New House

Wales
Cadw SAM MM074
Period
Medieval
Site type
Ringwork
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ringwork NE of New House is a medieval ringwork located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference MM074. The site represents a form of medieval domestic fortification characteristic of the Norman period in Wales, constructed as a circular or oval earthwork with a central mound and surrounding defensive bank and ditch. Such ringworks served as the residences of minor nobility or military officials during the medieval period, typically dating from the eleventh to thirteenth centuries. The physical remains at this location preserve evidence of this domestic fortified settlement type, which occupied an important position in the military and social hierarchy of medieval Welsh society.

Ringwork NE of New House is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM074. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ringwork NE of New House?

Ringwork NE of New House is a medieval ringwork located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference MM074. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM074.

What period does Ringwork NE of New House date from?

Ringwork NE of New House dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a ringwork. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Ringwork NE of New House?

Ringwork NE of New House 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 MM074.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ringwork NE of New House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castell Prin Camp (8.8 km), Llanvair Castle (9 km), Llanvaches Castle (9.1 km).

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