Scheduled MonumentsWalesClogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement
Medieval · Rectangular hut

Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN319
Period
Medieval
Site type
Rectangular hut
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement is a medieval domestic site located in Conwy, Wales, comprising rectangular stone structures characteristic of upland pastoral settlements in north Wales. The settlement represents the remains of medieval rural habitation dating to the medieval period, reflecting the agricultural practices and settlement patterns of the Welsh uplands. The rectangular hut structures visible on the site exemplify the domestic architecture typical of medieval Welsh rural communities, constructed from local stone with simple rectilinear plans adapted to the challenging terrain. The site is protected as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw designation CN319, indicating its archaeological significance for understanding medieval settlement and land use in the region.

Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN319. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement?

Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement is a medieval domestic site located in Conwy, Wales, comprising rectangular stone structures characteristic of upland pastoral settlements in north Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN319.

What period does Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement date from?

Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a rectangular hut. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement?

Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement 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 CN319.

What other scheduled monuments are near Clogwyn yr Eryr Deserted Rural Settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hut Settlement West of Allt Goch (5 km), Bwlch Cowlyd cairn (6 km), Afon Bedol cist (6 km).

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