Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
PE284
Name
Castell Vorlan
Date of Designation
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Pembrokeshire
Community
Maenclochog
Easting
209196
Northing
226581
Broad Class
Defence
Site Type
Promontory Fort - inland
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 defended enclosure, which probably dates to the Iron Age period (c. 800 BC - AD 74, the Roman conquest of Wales). Inland promontory forts are usually located on a ridge or spur with steep slopes on 2 or 3 sides, and artificial ramparts on the level approaches. Alternatively they may have been constructed on a promontory above the confluence of two rivers, or in the bend of a meander. Castell Vorlan is defended across the neck by triple banks and ditches.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of later prehistoric defensive organisation and settlement. The site forms an important element within the wider later prehistoric context and within the surrounding landscape. The site is well preserved and retains considerable archaeological potential. There is a strong probability of the presence of evidence relating to chronology, 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.