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Prehistoric · Boundary Stone

Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME025
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Boundary Stone
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone is a prehistoric boundary marker located in Meirionnydd, Wales. The monument takes the form of a standing stone that functioned as a territorial or administrative boundary demarcation in the prehistoric period. The site is designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference ME025, reflecting its recognized archaeological importance. Such boundary stones represent significant evidence for understanding prehistoric land division and territorial organization in Wales, though the precise dating and original function of this particular example remain subject to ongoing archaeological interpretation.

Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME025. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone?

Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone is a prehistoric boundary marker located in Meirionnydd, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME025.

What period does Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone date from?

Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a boundary stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone?

Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone 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 ME025.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bwrdd y Tri Arglwydd Boundary Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two Cairns North of Plasnewydd (6.2 km), Deeside Slateworks (6.5 km), Pont Dyfrdwy (7.6 km).

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