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Old Castle, Motte;Cefnllys Old Castle

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NPRN305858
Map ReferenceSO06SE
Grid ReferenceSO0920063030
Unitary (Local) AuthorityPowys
Old CountyRadnorshire
CommunityPenybont
Type Of SiteMOTTE
PeriodMedieval
Description
A ditched motte or ringwork, 60m by 46m overall, resting on steep scarps above the Irfon to the S. On the summit a court, 13.5m by 16m, is enclosed by ramparts except on the S, towards the river, where it is open.
Possible indications of a bailey to the NW.
(source Os495card; SO06SE2)
RCAHMW AP955088/64
J.Wiles 12.02.04