Scheduled MonumentsWalesThe Larches Camp
Prehistoric · Hillfort

The Larches Camp

Wales
Cadw SAM MM069
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hillfort
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Larches Camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Wales and designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference MM069. The site belongs to the Iron Age period and represents a form of fortified settlement characteristic of that era in Britain. The hillfort displays defensive earthworks typical of Iron Age construction, with banks and ditches forming its characteristic topography. Such sites served as centres of habitation, storage, and refuge, reflecting the social and defensive strategies of Iron Age communities in the Welsh landscape.

The Larches Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM069. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Larches Camp?

The Larches Camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Wales and designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference MM069. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM069.

What period does The Larches Camp date from?

The Larches Camp dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hillfort. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting The Larches Camp?

The Larches Camp 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 MM069.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Larches Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing Stone 252m South of Bencroft Lane (2.5 km), Medieval Moated Site 400m N of Undy Church (2.7 km), St. Michael's Churchyard Cross, Llanfihangel Rogiet (2.8 km).

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