Scheduled MonumentsWalesAfon Prysor, cairn to NW of
Prehistoric · Round Cairn

Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME246
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Round Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of is a round cairn of prehistoric date located in Meirionnydd, Wales. The monument consists of a substantial circular accumulation of stones characteristic of Bronze Age funerary practice in Wales, serving as a burial structure and likely focal point for ritual activity during the Bronze Age period. Round cairns of this type typically functioned as burial monuments for individuals of status within their communities, and their enduring physical presence would have maintained significance as territorial or ancestral markers across successive generations. The site's designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its importance to understanding prehistoric funerary practices and settlement patterns in the upland regions of Meirionnydd.

Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME246. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of?

Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of is a round cairn of prehistoric date located in Meirionnydd, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME246.

What period does Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of date from?

Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a round cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of?

Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of 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 ME246.

What other scheduled monuments are near Afon Prysor, cairn to NW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Castell Prysor (2.6 km), Roman Road extending SE 650m from Llyn Hiraethlyn toward Glasgoed (3.4 km), Roman Practice Camps 190m W of Llyn Hiraethlyn (3.6 km).

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