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The Bulwark, Llanmadoc Hill is a prehistoric hillfort situated on the Gower Peninsula in Swansea, Wales. The site consists of a substantial defensive earthwork comprising a single massive rampart with an external ditch, positioned to command views across the surrounding landscape. Dating to the Iron Age, the monument represents an important example of fortified settlement from this period in South Wales. The earthwork remains a prominent topographical feature and is designated as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological and historical significance as evidence of Iron Age occupation and defensive strategy in the region.
The Bulwark, Llanmadoc Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM061. View the official record →
The Bulwark, Llanmadoc Hill is a prehistoric hillfort situated on the Gower Peninsula in Swansea, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM061.
The Bulwark, Llanmadoc Hill dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hillfort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.
The Bulwark, Llanmadoc Hill 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 GM061.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deborah's Hole Camp (6.5 km), Cave 40m SE of Deborah's Hole (6.5 km), Horse Cliff Camp (6.8 km).
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