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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · Mid Wales

Hen Gaer

In or near Borth.

Free admission

Hen Gaer — a archaeological in wales-mid, United Kingdom.

Ancient and Modern - geograph.org.uk - 1337165

Marion Phillips — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Bow Street · 1.2 km
  • Free entry
  • Dog-friendly

About

Hen Gaer is a archaeological 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

Hen Gaer is an archaeological site located in Mid Wales. It is notable for its prehistoric earthworks, which provide insights into the region's ancient history and settlement patterns.

AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.

Coordinates
52.4403, -4.0127
District
Ceredigion
Parish
Trefeurig
Postcode
SY23 3EE
Parliamentary constituency
Ceredigion Preseli
Nearest railway station
Bow Street1.2 km

Sources

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Hen Gaer?
Hen Gaer is in Mid Wales, United Kingdom (postcode SY23 3EE), in the parish of Trefeurig.
What is Hen Gaer?
Hen Gaer — a archaeological in wales-mid, United Kingdom.
How do I get to Hen Gaer?
The nearest railway station is Bow Street, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can use postcode SY23 3EE.
Is Hen Gaer free to visit?
Yes, Hen Gaer is free to enter.
How do I get to Hen Gaer?
The nearest railway station is Bow Street, about 1.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode SY23 3EE.