Scheduled MonumentsWalesCarn Owen, Cerrig yr Hafan
Prehistoric · Round Cairn

Carn Owen, Cerrig yr Hafan

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD045
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Round Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Carn Owen, also known as Cerrig yr Hafan, is a round cairn located in Ceredigion, Wales, dating to the prehistoric period. The monument consists of a circular mound of stones that served ritual, religious, and funerary functions characteristic of Bronze Age burial practices in Wales. Its construction and use reflect the funerary traditions of prehistoric communities in the region, marking an important place of burial and possibly ceremonial activity. The site remains a significant archaeological record of prehistoric monumental practice in Ceredigion.

Carn Owen, Cerrig yr Hafan is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD045. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Carn Owen, Cerrig yr Hafan?

Carn Owen, also known as Cerrig yr Hafan, is a round cairn located in Ceredigion, Wales, dating to the prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD045.

What period does Carn Owen, Cerrig yr Hafan date from?

Carn Owen, Cerrig yr Hafan dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a round cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Carn Owen, Cerrig yr Hafan?

Carn Owen, Cerrig yr Hafan 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 CD045.

What other scheduled monuments are near Carn Owen, Cerrig yr Hafan?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llywernog Lead and Silver Mine (7.3 km), Castell S of Goginan-Fach (7.4 km), Hen Bont, Pont-Erwyd (7.5 km).

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