Scheduled MonumentsWalesBrwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME097
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Meirionnydd, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference ME097. The site consists of an enclosure defined by earthwork boundaries typical of Iron Age settlement patterns in upland Wales, reflecting the agricultural and domestic organisation of prehistoric communities in this region. The settlement's location in the Meirionnydd landscape suggests its inhabitants utilised the surrounding terrain for pastoral and arable activities characteristic of the Iron Age period. Such enclosed settlements represent important evidence for understanding prehistoric settlement hierarchies and land use in Wales during the Iron Age.

Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME097. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement?

Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Meirionnydd, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference ME097. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME097.

What period does Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement date from?

Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement?

Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement 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 ME097.

What other scheduled monuments are near Brwyn-Llynau Enclosed Settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosed Hut Circle North of Tyddyn Mawr (8.9 km), Ceunant Egryn Enclosed Settlement (9.1 km), Ceunant Egryn Hut Group (9.2 km).

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