Scheduled MonumentsWalesCarn Nant-y-ffald cairn
Prehistoric · Round Cairn

Carn Nant-y-ffald cairn

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD207
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Round Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

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Overview

History & significance

Carn Nant-y-ffald is a round cairn located in Radnorshire, Wales, dating to the prehistoric period. The monument consists of a circular pile of stones characteristic of Bronze Age funerary practice, constructed to mark and contain burial remains. Round cairns of this type served as focal points for ritual activity and community commemoration, with their prominent siting reflecting their importance within the prehistoric landscape. The cairn is recorded under Cadw's archaeological database as a scheduled ancient monument, preserving evidence of burial practice and ceremonial use in prehistoric Wales.

Carn Nant-y-ffald cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD207. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Carn Nant-y-ffald cairn?

Carn Nant-y-ffald is a round cairn located in Radnorshire, Wales, dating to the prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD207.

What period does Carn Nant-y-ffald cairn date from?

Carn Nant-y-ffald cairn 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 Carn Nant-y-ffald cairn?

Carn Nant-y-ffald 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 RD207.

What other scheduled monuments are near Carn Nant-y-ffald cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Nant y Llyn cist (5.9 km), Nant y Llyn Stone Row (5.9 km), Nant Cletwr barrow (5.9 km).

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