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Medieval · Deserted Rural Settlement

Cwm Brwynog Deserted Rural Settlement

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN315
Period
Medieval
Site type
Deserted Rural Settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cwm Brwynog Deserted Rural Settlement is a medieval domestic settlement located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference CN315. The site comprises the physical remains of a rural settlement that represents a typical pattern of medieval habitation in the upland regions of North Wales. The settlement dates to the medieval period and reflects the organisation of pastoral and agricultural communities characteristic of the area during this time. The archaeological evidence preserved at the site contributes to understanding medieval settlement patterns and land use in the Conwy valley region.

Cwm Brwynog Deserted Rural Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN315. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cwm Brwynog Deserted Rural Settlement?

Cwm Brwynog Deserted Rural Settlement is a medieval domestic settlement located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference CN315. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN315.

What period does Cwm Brwynog Deserted Rural Settlement date from?

Cwm Brwynog Deserted Rural Settlement dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a deserted rural settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Cwm Brwynog Deserted Rural Settlement?

Cwm Brwynog 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 CN315.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cwm Brwynog Deserted Rural Settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ystrad Rural Settlement (4.9 km), Craig Cwmbychan cairn (5.2 km), Cwm Erch Copper Mine (5.5 km).

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