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Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Afon Arthog Standing Stone

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME234
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Afon Arthog Standing Stone is a prehistoric standing stone located in Meirionnydd, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under the reference Cadw SAM ME234. The monument dates to the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period, representing the ritual and ceremonial practices of ancient Welsh communities. Standing stones of this type typically served religious, ritual, or funerary functions within their landscape, marking significant locations for burial, gathering, or spiritual observance. The stone remains an important testament to prehistoric monumental culture in the Meirionnydd region.

Afon Arthog Standing Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME234. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Afon Arthog Standing Stone?

Afon Arthog Standing Stone is a prehistoric standing stone located in Meirionnydd, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under the reference Cadw SAM ME234. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME234.

What period does Afon Arthog Standing Stone date from?

Afon Arthog Standing Stone dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Afon Arthog Standing Stone?

Afon Arthog Standing Stone is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is ME234.

What other scheduled monuments are near Afon Arthog Standing Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hut Circle Settlement at Craig Ty'n-y-Cornel (5 km), Twll y Darren Round Barrow (5.5 km), Craig yr Aderyn Hillfort (6.4 km).

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