Scheduled MonumentsWalesTywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort
Prehistoric · Promontory Fort- coastal

Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort

Anglesey, Wales
Cadw SAM AN049
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Promontory Fort- coastal
Broad class
Defence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort is a prehistoric promontory fort located on the Anglesey coast in Wales. The site occupies a naturally defensive coastal headland and is defended by earthwork ramparts constructed across the neck of the promontory to create an enclosed fortified settlement. Dating to the Iron Age, the fort represents a significant example of coastal defensive architecture from this period in North Wales. The monument is protected under Cadw's Scheduled Ancient Monument designation (SAM AN049) in recognition of its archaeological and historical importance.

Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference AN049. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort?

Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort is a prehistoric promontory fort located on the Anglesey coast in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference AN049.

What period does Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort date from?

Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a promontory fort- coastal. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort?

Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort 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 AN049.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tywyn-y-Parc Promontory Fort?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Dwynwen's Church (2.9 km), Trwyn Du round cairn (3.4 km), Hendai Medieval Farmstead (3.9 km).

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