Scheduled MonumentsWalesEnclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas
Prehistoric · Enclosed hut circle settlement

Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN276
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosed hut circle settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas is a prehistoric domestic settlement comprising enclosed hut circles located in Conwy, Wales. The site dates to the Bronze Age and represents a form of domestic occupation characteristic of upland settlement patterns in prehistoric Wales. The settlement consists of circular or sub-circular structures surrounded by protective enclosures, a building type that provided both shelter and defended space for small communities during this period. The site is protected as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the reference CN276, reflecting its archaeological significance as evidence of Bronze Age settlement organisation and domestic life in the Welsh uplands.

Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN276. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas?

Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas is a prehistoric domestic settlement comprising enclosed hut circles located in Conwy, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN276.

What period does Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas date from?

Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosed hut circle settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas?

Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas 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 CN276.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosed Hut Group South of Penbodlas?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hut Circle at Cae-Cerig-Isaf (3.6 km), Nant Castell Camp (4 km), Pen-y-Gaer (4.2 km).

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