Scheduled MonumentsWalesBryn Du hut circle
Prehistoric · Hut Circle Settlement

Bryn Du hut circle

Wales
Cadw SAM MG325
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hut Circle Settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bryn Du hut circle is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference SAM MG325. The site comprises a hut circle, a characteristic form of Iron Age domestic dwelling typical of upland regions in Wales and the wider British Isles. The monument represents evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and construction methods employed during the Iron Age period, when such circular or sub-circular structures served as the primary residential units for rural communities. The physical remains allow for the study of domestic life and land use in prehistoric Wales.

Bryn Du hut circle is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG325. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bryn Du hut circle?

Bryn Du hut circle is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference SAM MG325. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG325.

What period does Bryn Du hut circle date from?

Bryn Du 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 Bryn Du hut circle?

Bryn Du 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 MG325.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bryn Du hut circle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gwyn Fynydd Camp (4.7 km), Roman Earthwork NE of Caersws (revealed by aerial photography) (5.8 km), Caersws Roman Site (6 km).

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