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Prehistoric · Stone Setting

Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting

Wales
Cadw SAM MG297
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Stone Setting
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting is a prehistoric ceremonial and funerary monument located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under reference SAM MG297. The site comprises a stone setting of archaeological significance dating to the prehistoric period, reflecting ritual and religious practices of its era. Such stone settings typically served functions related to burial rites, ceremonial gatherings, or astronomical observation, though the specific purpose of this particular monument remains subject to scholarly interpretation. The physical arrangement of stones at the site contributes to our understanding of prehistoric monumental construction and the cultural values of the communities that built it.

Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG297. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting?

Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting is a prehistoric ceremonial and funerary monument located in Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under reference SAM MG297. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG297.

What period does Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting date from?

Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a stone setting. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting?

Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting 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 MG297.

What other scheduled monuments are near Esgair Draenllwyn Stone Setting?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Esgair Draenllwyn Round Cairn I (0.7 km), Bryn y Gadair round cairn (3.4 km), Dinas Camp (6.2 km).

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