Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
PE427
Name
Hoyle Mouth Cave
Date of Designation
13/10/1986
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Pembrokeshire
Community
Penally
Easting
211187
Northing
200312
Broad Class
Monument
Site Type
Cave
Period
Prehistoric
Description
Summary Description and Reason for Designation
The following provides a general description of the Scheduled Ancient Monument.
The monument consists of a cave containing archaeological deposits, dating to the palaeolithic period. Hoyles Mouth Cave lies about 22m above OD, on a rocky ledge overlooking the Rhydeg Stream to the north. The northern facing entrance is 3m wide, 4m high and opens into a main cavern c. 6m deep, from which a narrow tunnel leads further into the limestone. Palaeolithic and Mesolithic flint has been uncovered from excavations, as well as reports of metal objects, now lost. Human and animal remains were discovered.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of prehistoric settlement, ritual and funerary practices. 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.