Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
PE177
Name
Castell
Date of Designation
18/05/1950
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Pembrokeshire
Community
Lampeter Velfrey
Easting
215496
Northing
214612
Broad Class
Defence
Site Type
Ringwork
Period
Medieval
Description
Summary Description and Reason for Designation
The following provides a general description of the Scheduled Ancient Monument.
The monument comprises the remains of a well preserved castle-ringwork, which dates to the early part of the medieval period (c. AD 1066 - 1485). It is cirular in plan and defended by a bank and ditch. The internal diameter is 90ft.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of medieval settlement, organisation and defence. The site forms an important element within the wider medieval landscape. It is well preserved and retains considerable archaeological potential. There is a strong probability of the presence of evidence relating to chronology, layout, building techniques and functional detail.
The scheduled area comprises the remains described and areas around them within which related evidence may be expected to survive.