Hill forts · South Wales
Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn
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Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn — archaeological site in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Merthyr Tydfil · 3.0 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn is a place of interest in South Wales. Officially recognised as scheduled monument. It sits within the Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Merthyr Tydfil, about 3.0 km away. Postcode area CF48.
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Place summary
Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn is a hill-fort located in Cyfarthfa, South Wales, postcode CF48. It is designated as a scheduled monument, highlighting its historical significance. The site features remnants of ancient fortifications and burial practices, reflecting the area's archaeological heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 51.7400, -3.4200
- District
- Merthyr Tydfil
- Parish
- Cyfarthfa
- Postcode
- CF48 1RN
- Parliamentary constituency
- Merthyr Tydfil and Aberdare
- Nearest railway station
- Merthyr Tydfil — 3 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q13126838 (CC0)
- commons: Carn Pentyle-Hir.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn?
- Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn is in South Wales, United Kingdom (postcode CF48 1RN), in the parish of Cyfarthfa.
- What is Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn?
- Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn — archaeological site in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales, UK.
- How do I get to Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn?
- The nearest railway station is Merthyr Tydfil, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can use postcode CF48 1RN.
- Is Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn a listed building?
- Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
- Is Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn free to visit?
- Yes, Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn is free to enter.
- How do I get to Carn Pentyle-Hir & Adjacent Round Cairn?
- The nearest railway station is Merthyr Tydfil, about 3.0 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CF48 1RN.