Scheduled MonumentsWalesBroomy Hill, standing stone on N
Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Broomy Hill, standing stone on N

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD233
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Broomy Hill is a standing stone situated in Radnorshire, Wales, and forms part of the prehistoric ritual and funerary landscape of the region. The monument dates to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period, reflecting the spiritual and ceremonial practices of early Welsh communities. Standing stones of this type typically served functions related to burial practices, territorial demarcation, or ritual activity, though the precise original purpose of this particular example remains uncertain. The stone survives as a testament to the long chronology of human settlement and ceremonial practice in the Welsh uplands during prehistory.

Broomy Hill, standing stone on N is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD233. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Broomy Hill, standing stone on N?

Broomy Hill is a standing stone situated in Radnorshire, Wales, and forms part of the prehistoric ritual and funerary landscape of the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD233.

What period does Broomy Hill, standing stone on N date from?

Broomy Hill, standing stone on N 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 Broomy Hill, standing stone on N?

Broomy Hill, standing stone on N 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 RD233.

What other scheduled monuments are near Broomy Hill, standing stone on N?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Caer Einon Camp (6.9 km), Caer Fawr Medieval Settlement (7 km), Fforest Wood Mound & Bailey Castle (7.5 km).

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