Scheduled MonumentsWalesRoman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn
Roman · Fort

Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD134
Period
Roman
Site type
Fort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn is a Roman auxiliary fort situated in Ceredigion, Wales, dating to the later first or early second century AD. The fort, recorded as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw reference CD134, represents part of the Roman military infrastructure established during the period of conquest and consolidation in Wales. The site preserves earthwork remains characteristic of Roman fort construction, including defensive ditches and ramparts, though substantial archaeological investigation would be required to determine its precise garrison size, duration of occupation, and strategic role within the broader network of Roman forts in the region.

Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD134. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn?

Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn is a Roman auxiliary fort situated in Ceredigion, Wales, dating to the later first or early second century AD. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD134.

What period does Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn date from?

Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn dates from the roman period, and is classified as a fort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn?

Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn 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 CD134.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman Fort 300m NW of Pen-Llwyn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gors Defended Enclosure (4.2 km), Castle Hill Sculptured Stone (Moved into Llanilar Church) (6.2 km), Pant Mawr Hillfort (6.4 km).

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