Caer Leb
Caer Leb is a prehistoric site to the west of Brynsiencyn. Caer Leb means “Leavens Castle” This is a low lying site with a double row of pentangular banks and marshy ditches. The original entrance was on the eastern side, other gaps are more modern and have been created by livestock.
Caer Leb at Brynsiencyn on Anglesey is unlike many of the other ancient monuments.
This defended settlement is thought to be from the Iron age period around the 2nd century B.C. based upon similar enclosures around Anglesey.
Structures at Caer Leb
During 1865 excavations revealed former structures at the site of Caer Leb, within the inner rectangular area. Remains of rectangular buildings were found on the eastern side and a circular one on the south side.
Remains of pottery from between the 2nd century to the 4th century was found, and on the north side a layer of periwinkle shells and a medieval coin, under a layer of peat.
The ancient settlement of Caer Leb is quite large measuring about 80 meters in length and 72 meters in width and approximately 1 meter in height.
Directions
Follow the main road through the village of Brynsiencyn (A4080) in the direction of Dwyran, as you follow the sharp left hand bend, take the next turning on the right and follow the road for approximately half a mile, Caer Leb is on your left. There is parking for approximately four cars.
