Scheduled MonumentsWalesBeddau Folau Chambered Tomb
Prehistoric · Chambered Tomb

Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD202
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Chambered Tomb
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb is a Neolithic burial monument located in Radnorshire, Wales, and forms part of the broader tradition of megalithic funerary architecture that characterised the early farming communities of prehistoric Britain. The site comprises a chambered structure typical of the period, constructed to serve both ritual and funerary functions for successive generations of the local community. Dating to the Neolithic period, the monument reflects the significant investment in monumental construction that distinguished this era of settlement and social organisation in Wales. The site is protected as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw system, recognising its archaeological and historical importance to the understanding of prehistoric Welsh societies.

Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD202. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb?

Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb is a Neolithic burial monument located in Radnorshire, Wales, and forms part of the broader tradition of megalithic funerary architecture that characterised the early farming communities of prehistoric Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD202.

What period does Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb date from?

Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a chambered tomb. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb?

Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb 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 RD202.

What other scheduled monuments are near Beddau Folau Chambered Tomb?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring Cairn on Esgair Ceiliog (5.9 km), Hafotau Settlement on Bryn Melys (6 km), Saith-Maen Standing Stones (6.3 km).

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