HEN CASTELL

Site Details

NPRN
306244
Map Reference
SO21NW
Grid Reference
SO21281657
Unitary (Local) Authority
Powys
Old County
Brecknockshire
Community
Llangattock
Type of Site
MOATED SITE
Broad Class
Defence
Period
MEDIEVAL

Site Description

Hen Castell is defined by a rectangular platform, c.21.5m by 18m, formed by a partially waterfilled moat c.41m square overall. In the southern part of the platform are traces of a possible tower, c.20m by 12.5m.

Source: OS495card; SO21NW3

J.Wiles, RCAHMW, 3 August 2002