Scheduled MonumentsWalesBryniau Tower
Post Medieval/Modern · Tower

Bryniau Tower

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN201
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Tower
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bryniau Tower is a Post Medieval structure located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference CN201. The tower dates from the Post Medieval period and represents a fortified or defensive installation characteristic of its era. Its precise architectural features and original function reflect the strategic or domestic concerns of its time, though detailed scholarly documentation of this specific site remains limited in the publicly accessible record. The monument survives as an important example of Post Medieval construction within the Conwy locality.

Bryniau Tower is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN201. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bryniau Tower?

Bryniau Tower is a Post Medieval structure located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference CN201. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN201.

What period does Bryniau Tower date from?

Bryniau Tower dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a tower. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Bryniau Tower?

Bryniau Tower 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 CN201.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bryniau Tower?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round Hut 70m S of St Celynin's Church (7.5 km), Maen Penddu (8.2 km), Cefn Maen Amor stone circle (8.2 km).

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