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Esgair Naint is a deserted rural settlement located in Ceredigion, Wales, and dates to the post-medieval and modern periods. The site comprises the physical remains of domestic structures characteristic of upland Welsh rural habitation, reflecting patterns of settlement and land use in the region during these later historical phases. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, the settlement contributes to understanding the historical development and abandonment of rural communities in the Welsh uplands. The site's archaeological significance lies in its documentation of domestic and agricultural practices during the post-medieval era and its role in the broader narrative of rural settlement patterns in Ceredigion.
Esgair Naint Deserted Rural Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD180. View the official record →
Esgair Naint is a deserted rural settlement located in Ceredigion, Wales, and dates to the post-medieval and modern periods. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD180.
Esgair Naint Deserted Rural Settlement dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a deserted rural settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.
Esgair Naint 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 CD180.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Banc Erw Barfe Deserted Rural Settlement (2.8 km), Pen y Garn Cairn (3.8 km), Bwlch-yr-Oerfa Settlement (5.3 km).
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