Clegyr Boia, Prehistoric archaeological site near St Davids, Wales.
Clegyr Boia is an archaeological site featuring twin rocky outcrops that rise about 65 feet above the surrounding farmland. The hillsides contain remains of ancient settlements and defensive structures built over many centuries.
Excavations in 1902 and 1943 revealed evidence of Neolithic settlements dating back about 5500 years with both rectangular and circular dwellings. The location later served as a fortress for an Irish chieftain and remained a significant place in the region.
The name comes from a 6th-century Irish chieftain called Boia who built a stronghold here. Visitors walking the site can still see traces of this early settlement scattered across the rocky terrain.
The site sits roughly 2 kilometers west of St Davids and is reached by walking paths that cross through farmland. The rocky terrain requires sturdy footwear and careful footing on uneven ground.
Near the southern base of the rocky outcrops sits a small pool called Ffynnon Lygaid that holds special meaning for local people. This modest waterhole has been valued by residents for generations.
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