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Prehistoric · Enclosed hut circle

Enclosed Hut Group SW of Bronydd

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN227
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosed hut circle
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosed Hut Group SW of Bronydd is a Prehistoric domestic site comprising enclosed hut circles located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference CN227. The site dates to the prehistoric period, with hut circles representing the settlement patterns of prehistoric communities in the upland regions of North Wales. The enclosed hut circles demonstrate the domestic architecture and land organisation of prehistoric inhabitants, with the enclosures likely serving defensive or stock-management purposes alongside residential functions. The monument's survival and scheduling reflect its archaeological importance in understanding prehistoric settlement and habitation practices in the Conwy area.

Enclosed Hut Group SW of Bronydd is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN227. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosed Hut Group SW of Bronydd?

Enclosed Hut Group SW of Bronydd is a Prehistoric domestic site comprising enclosed hut circles located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference CN227. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN227.

What period does Enclosed Hut Group SW of Bronydd date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosed Hut Group SW of Bronydd?

Enclosed Hut Group SW of Bronydd 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 CN227.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosed Hut Group SW of Bronydd?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dinorwic Quarry: Hafod Owen Winding Engine, Locomotive Shed, Main Waterwheel and Housing (4.9 km), Dinorwic Quarry Barracks and 'A' Incline (4.9 km), Dinorwic Quarry (5 km).

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