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Prehistoric · Round Cairn

Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR296
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Round Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex is a round cairn located in Breconshire, Wales, dating to the Bronze Age. The monument comprises a circular mound of stone constructed for ritual and funerary purposes, reflecting the religious and ceremonial practices of Bronze Age communities in the region. The site's designation as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric burial and ritual activity in the Brecon Beacons area. The cairn represents the material culture and spiritual beliefs of Bronze Age peoples in South Wales.

Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR296. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex?

Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex is a round cairn located in Breconshire, Wales, dating to the Bronze Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR296.

What period does Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex date from?

Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a round cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex?

Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex 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 BR296.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ffynnon Las Bronze Age Ritual Complex?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pant Serthfa round cairn (7.4 km), Coed Pentwyn Hillfort (7.7 km), Llangattock Tramroad Inclines (8.1 km).

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