Scheduled MonumentsWalesCerrig Gwynion cairn
Prehistoric · Round Cairn

Cerrig Gwynion cairn

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN350
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Round Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cerrig Gwynion is a round cairn located in Conwy, Wales, dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period. The monument consists of a circular mound of stones constructed as a burial and ritual monument, characteristic of prehistoric funerary practices in Wales during this era. The site's designation as a Scheduled Ancient Monument reflects its importance as evidence of early religious and ritual activity in the region. Like other cairns of its type, Cerrig Gwynion would have served both as a burial place for the dead and as a focal point for community rituals and ceremonies.

Cerrig Gwynion cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN350. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cerrig Gwynion cairn?

Cerrig Gwynion is a round cairn located in Conwy, Wales, dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN350.

What period does Cerrig Gwynion cairn date from?

Cerrig Gwynion 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 Cerrig Gwynion cairn?

Cerrig Gwynion 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 CN350.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cerrig Gwynion cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carnedd y Ddelw Cairn (3.4 km), Hut Circles North of Afon Anafon (4 km), Pen y Gaer Camp (5.2 km).

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