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Prehistoric · Stone Setting

Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting

Wales
Cadw SAM MG296
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Stone Setting
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting is a prehistoric ritual and funerary monument located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference MG296. The site comprises a stone setting of archaeological significance that reflects the ritual practices and funerary traditions of prehistoric communities in the Welsh landscape. Dating to the prehistoric period, the monument represents an important example of the ceremonial stone arrangements characteristic of early Bronze Age or earlier societies in Britain. The precise configuration and associated archaeological evidence contribute to our understanding of prehistoric religious and ritual activity in the region.

Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG296. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting?

Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting is a prehistoric ritual and funerary monument located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference MG296. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG296.

What period does Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting date from?

Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a stone setting. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting?

Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting 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 MG296.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bryn yr Aran Stone Setting?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Esgair Draenllwyn Round Cairn II (1 km), Esgair Draenllwyn Round Cairn I (1.5 km), Bryn y Gadair round cairn (3.2 km).

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