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Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys

Wales
Cadw SAM GM087
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Cave
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys is a prehistoric cave located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument by Cadw under reference GM087. The cave represents evidence of human occupation during the prehistoric period, though detailed records of its specific dating and archaeological deposits remain limited in published scholarly sources. As a naturally formed cave with evidence of human use, it contributes to understanding patterns of prehistoric settlement and cave occupation in the Welsh landscape. The monument's protected status reflects its recognised archaeological importance within the broader context of prehistoric habitation in the region.

Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference GM087. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys?

Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys is a prehistoric cave located in Wales and designated as a scheduled ancient monument by Cadw under reference GM087. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference GM087.

What period does Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys date from?

Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a cave. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys?

Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys 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 GM087.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cave 36m W of Three Chimneys?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Old Castle Camp (4.9 km), Promontory Fort on Worms Head (5.5 km), Lewes Castle Promontory Fort (5.7 km).

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