Scheduled MonumentsWalesCraig y Dullfan ring cairn
Prehistoric · Ring Cairn

Craig y Dullfan ring cairn

Wales
Cadw SAM MG308
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Ring Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Craig y Dullfan ring cairn is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary and ritual monument located in Wales. The site consists of a circular or oval arrangement of stones characteristic of ring cairn construction, a form associated with burial practices and ceremonial use during prehistoric periods. Ring cairns of this type typically comprise a central open space surrounded by a stone rubble bank, though the precise dimensions and preservation condition of Craig y Dullfan should be verified through current Cadw records. The monument's designation as SAM MG308 reflects its recognised archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric mortuary practice and ritual behaviour in the Welsh landscape.

Craig y Dullfan ring cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG308. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Craig y Dullfan ring cairn?

Craig y Dullfan ring cairn is a Neolithic or Bronze Age funerary and ritual monument located in Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG308.

What period does Craig y Dullfan ring cairn date from?

Craig y Dullfan ring cairn dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a ring cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Craig y Dullfan ring cairn?

Craig y Dullfan ring 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 MG308.

What other scheduled monuments are near Craig y Dullfan ring cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llys Arthur, Dyffryn-Castell (6.4 km), Castell Lead Mine (7.5 km), Hen Bont, Pont-Erwyd (8.2 km).

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