Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
CM039
Name
Top Castle
Date of Designation
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Carmarthenshire
Community
Eglwyscummin
Easting
219457
Northing
207725
Broad Class
Defence
Site Type
Ringwork
Period
Prehistoric
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). This is a simple ringwork in a fine position. The entrance is quite simple and the bank has been somewhat ploughed down.
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.