Burfa Castle, Iron Age hillfort in Old Radnor, Wales.
The prehistoric site stretches across 579 meters by 187 meters, featuring multiple defensive banks and ditches that form a sophisticated entrance system.
Archaeological excavations at Burfa Castle have uncovered materials from the first and second centuries, marking the edge of known Roman territories in Britain.
The hillfort represents early Welsh settlement patterns and military organization, providing evidence of how ancient communities established territorial control.
The scheduled monument remains accessible to visitors, though forestry activities in the surrounding area have reduced the visibility of original structures.
Three or four substantial earthen banks and ditches create a complex approach to the hillfort, indicating advanced defensive engineering for its time period.
Location: Old Radnor
GPS coordinates: 52.24283,-3.04796
Latest update: March 4, 2025 12:54
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