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To investigate the development and activities in medieval Trelech through archaeological excavations.

April 10, 2026Open Access

Excavations at Trelech, 1996--1999

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To investigate the development and activities in medieval Trelech through archaeological excavations.
Conducted systematic excavations at multiple sites in Trelech from 1996 to 1999.
Analyzed artifacts related to iron working and associated architectural features.
Documented evidence of furnaces and road surfaces.
Identified significant evidence of iron working dating back to the 1245/46 era.
Excavations revealed multiple furnaces used for metal production.
Found remnants of buildings and a well-preserved road surface indicating settlement structure.

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Trelech was one of the largest towns in medieval Wales. The development is difficult to explain in conventional terms--archaeological research is clarifying this. Evidence has been produced for iron working in numerous parts of the town; this is contemporary with the acquisition of the lordship by the de Clare family (in 1245/46) and their initiation of military activity in the area. Excavations have revealed furnaces, buildings and a road surface.

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Raymond Howell

University of Wales

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