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Prehistoric · Cairn Circle

Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN372
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Cairn Circle
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

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Overview

History & significance

Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle is a prehistoric ritual monument located in the Conwy valley in north Wales. The site comprises a stone circle associated with cairn material, dating to the Bronze Age and representing a significant example of ceremonial landscape use in prehistoric Wales. The monument's positioning within the Dyffryn Mymbyr valley suggests its function within a broader pattern of ritual and funerary activity characteristic of Bronze Age communities in the region. The site remains an important archaeological record of prehistoric religious practice and burial tradition in north Wales.

Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN372. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle?

Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle is a prehistoric ritual monument located in the Conwy valley in north Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN372.

What period does Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle date from?

Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a cairn circle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle?

Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle 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 CN372.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dyffryn Mymbyr cairn circle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cwm Dyli Ancient Village (3.9 km), Hut Circle Settlement North of Cwm Dyli Power Station (4 km), Hut circles NW of Tyn-y-Ddol (4.7 km).

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