Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
GM439
Name
Cae Castell (Rhyndwyclydach Medieval Earthwork)
Date of Designation
16/10/1991
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Swansea
Community
Mawr
Easting
269412
Northing
204739
Broad Class
Monument
Site Type
Earthwork (unclassified)
Period
Medieval
Description
Summary Description and Reason for Designation
The following provides a general description of the Scheduled Ancient Monument.
The monument consists of the remains of an earthwork probably dating to the medieval period. Square in plan, it measures approx. 18 x 21m and is situated 183m above OD on the western edge of a deep ravine. Interestingly, it lies within a field recorded on early tithe maps as 'Cae castell' - castle field. The west, south and north sides are enclosed by a broad shallow ditch with bank. The east side is defined by the edge of the ravine.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of defensive, agricultural or settlement organisation. It retains significant archaeological potential, with a strong probability of the presence of associated archaeological features and deposits.
The scheduled area comprises the remains described and areas around them within which related evidence may be expected to survive.