Scheduled MonumentsWalesAfon Sirhowy hut circle
Prehistoric · Hut Circle Settlement

Afon Sirhowy hut circle

Wales
Cadw SAM MM347
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hut Circle Settlement
Broad class
Agriculture and Subsistence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Afon Sirhowy hut circle is a prehistoric dwelling site located in Wales and designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference MM347. The structure dates to the Bronze Age period and represents evidence of settled agricultural communities in the region during prehistory. The hut circle survives as a circular or sub-circular earthwork, a characteristic form of domestic settlement from this era, indicating permanent or semi-permanent occupation. Such sites provide archaeological insight into the subsistence practices and settlement patterns of Bronze Age communities in Wales.

Afon Sirhowy hut circle is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MM347. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Afon Sirhowy hut circle?

Afon Sirhowy hut circle is a prehistoric dwelling site located in Wales and designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference MM347. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MM347.

What period does Afon Sirhowy hut circle date from?

Afon Sirhowy hut circle dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hut circle settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Afon Sirhowy hut circle?

Afon Sirhowy hut circle 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 MM347.

What other scheduled monuments are near Afon Sirhowy hut circle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gelligaer Common Roman Road (8.6 km), Gelligaer Common Standing Stone (8.7 km), Three Platform Houses on Cefn Brithdir (9 km).

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