Scheduled MonumentsWalesSmall Fort Near Nantlle
Prehistoric · Hillfort

Small Fort Near Nantlle

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN178
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Small Fort Near Nantlle is a prehistoric hillfort located in the parish of Nantlle in Conwy, North Wales. The monument consists of a defended enclosure dating to the Iron Age, characterised by its surviving defensive earthworks which comprise ramparts and ditches positioned to command the surrounding landscape. The site occupies a strategic location typical of Iron Age hillforts in Wales, which served both defensive and administrative functions within their local territories. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, the site remains an important example of prehistoric fortified settlement in the region, contributing to understanding of Iron Age settlement patterns and territorial organisation in North Wales.

Small Fort Near Nantlle is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN178. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Small Fort Near Nantlle?

Small Fort Near Nantlle is a prehistoric hillfort located in the parish of Nantlle in Conwy, North Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN178.

What period does Small Fort Near Nantlle date from?

Small Fort Near Nantlle dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hillfort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Small Fort Near Nantlle?

Small Fort Near Nantlle 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 CN178.

What other scheduled monuments are near Small Fort Near Nantlle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Treforys Deserted Quarry Settlement (8.9 km), Cae-Bach Hut Circle Settlement (9 km), Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel (9.1 km).

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