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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 the reference MG325. The site comprises the remains of a circular or sub-circular dwelling structure typical of Iron Age or Bronze Age occupation, representing the everyday living spaces of Wales's prehistoric inhabitants. The hut circle's physical form, defined by a depression or low banks marking the perimeter of the former dwelling, reflects construction methods common to upland settlements in Wales during the later prehistoric period. Such settlements provide important archaeological evidence for understanding domestic life, settlement patterns, and land use in prehistoric Welsh communities.

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 the reference 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 the UK.

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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