Scheduled MonumentsWalesCairn S of Banc y Geufron
Prehistoric · Round Cairn

Cairn S of Banc y Geufron

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD139
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Round Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cairn S of Banc y Geufron is a round cairn located in Ceredigion, Wales, and is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument. The site dates to the prehistoric period and served ritual, religious, or funerary purposes, reflecting the mortuary practices and ceremonial traditions of early British communities. The cairn consists of a heap of stones, characteristic of Bronze Age or earlier funerary monuments constructed across the Welsh landscape. Its designation within the Banc y Geufron complex indicates it forms part of a significant prehistoric burial or ritual landscape in the region.

Cairn S of Banc y Geufron is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD139. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn S of Banc y Geufron?

Cairn S of Banc y Geufron is a round cairn located in Ceredigion, Wales, and is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD139.

What period does Cairn S of Banc y Geufron date from?

Cairn S of Banc y Geufron dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a round cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn S of Banc y Geufron?

Cairn S of Banc y Geufron 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 CD139.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn S of Banc y Geufron?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bryn Eithinog Standing Stone (7.3 km), Bryn-y-Crofftau Ring Cairn (7.4 km), Bryngwyn Bach Round Cairn Cemetery (7.6 km).

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