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Medieval · Deserted Medieval Village

Talgarth settlement earthworks

Wales
Cadw SAM MM211
Period
Medieval
Site type
Deserted Medieval Village
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Talgarth settlement earthworks is a deserted medieval village located in Powys, Wales, representing the remains of a substantial medieval domestic settlement. The site comprises earthwork features including house platforms, field boundaries, and associated agricultural remains that reflect the layout and organisation of a medieval community. The settlement dates to the medieval period, with occupation evidence suggesting activity during the high and late medieval centuries before its eventual abandonment. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, the site provides important archaeological evidence for understanding rural settlement patterns and domestic life in medieval Wales.

Talgarth settlement earthworks is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM211. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Talgarth settlement earthworks?

Talgarth settlement earthworks is a deserted medieval village located in Powys, Wales, representing the remains of a substantial medieval domestic settlement. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM211.

What period does Talgarth settlement earthworks date from?

Talgarth settlement earthworks dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a deserted medieval village. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Talgarth settlement earthworks?

Talgarth settlement earthworks 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 MM211.

What other scheduled monuments are near Talgarth settlement earthworks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wilcrick Hill Camp (4.3 km), Standing Stone 252m South of Bencroft Lane (4.7 km), Medieval Moated Site 400m N of Undy Church (4.8 km).

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