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Prehistoric · Platform Cairn

Cae Du platform cairn

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN365
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Platform Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cae Du platform cairn is a Neolithic ceremonial monument located in Conwy, Wales, comprising a substantial earthen and stone platform that dates to the prehistoric period. The site represents an important example of platform cairn construction, a monument type associated with ritual and funerary practices in Neolithic Wales. The cairn's physical structure consists of a raised platform bordered by stone, characteristic of its class of monument, which likely served functions related to communal gathering, ceremonial activity, or burial rites. As a protected monument under Cadw designation, the site contributes to our understanding of Neolithic religious and ritual practices in the region.

Cae Du platform cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN365. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cae Du platform cairn?

Cae Du platform cairn is a Neolithic ceremonial monument located in Conwy, Wales, comprising a substantial earthen and stone platform that dates to the prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN365.

What period does Cae Du platform cairn date from?

Cae Du platform cairn dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a platform cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Cae Du platform cairn?

Cae Du platform cairn 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 CN365.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cae Du platform cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hafna Lead Mine Mill (6.7 km), Bwlch Cowlyd cairn (6.8 km), Vale of Conwy Lead Mine (6.9 km).

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