Hill forts · Mid Wales
Gaer Fawr Hillfort
In or near Llanilar.
Gaer Fawr Hillfort — a hill fort in wales-mid, United Kingdom.

David Smith — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Nantyronen · 6.8 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Gaer Fawr Hillfort is a hill fort located in wales-mid, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Place summary
Gaer Fawr Hillfort is an ancient hill-fort located in Mid Wales. This archaeological site offers insights into prehistoric defensive structures in the region. Its significance lies in its historical context and the role it played in early settlement patterns.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 52.3283, -3.9845
- District
- Ceredigion
- Parish
- Llanilar
- Postcode
- SY23 4SQ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Ceredigion Preseli
- Nearest railway station
- Nantyronen — 6.8 km
Sources
- osm: node/4081920506 (ODbL)
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📷 3Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gaer Fawr Hillfort?
- Gaer Fawr Hillfort is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY23 4SQ), in the parish of Llanilar.
- What is Gaer Fawr Hillfort?
- Gaer Fawr Hillfort — a hill fort in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Gaer Fawr Hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Nantyronen, about 6.8 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY23 4SQ.
- Is Gaer Fawr Hillfort free to visit?
- Yes, Gaer Fawr Hillfort is free to enter.
- How do I get to Gaer Fawr Hillfort?
- The nearest railway station is Nantyronen, about 6.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY23 4SQ.