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Post Medieval/Modern · Deserted Rural Settlement

Ffridd Uchaf Deserted Rural Settlement

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN329
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Deserted Rural Settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ffridd Uchaf is a deserted rural settlement in Conwy, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference CN329. The site comprises the remains of post-medieval domestic structures representing the agrarian settlement patterns characteristic of upland Welsh communities from the early modern period onwards. The physical evidence at the location includes the footings and fragmentary walls of buildings typical of small-scale pastoral farming settlements that were gradually abandoned during the modern period as agricultural practices and rural economies shifted. The settlement's archaeological remains contribute to understanding the historical development of rural life and land use in the Conwy area during the post-medieval era.

Ffridd Uchaf Deserted Rural Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN329. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ffridd Uchaf Deserted Rural Settlement?

Ffridd Uchaf is a deserted rural settlement in Conwy, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference CN329. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN329.

What period does Ffridd Uchaf Deserted Rural Settlement date from?

Ffridd Uchaf 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 Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Ffridd Uchaf Deserted Rural Settlement?

Ffridd Uchaf 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 CN329.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ffridd Uchaf Deserted Rural Settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llanrwst Bridge (4.5 km), Capel Gwydir Uchaf (4.8 km), Hafna Lead Mine Mill (5 km).

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