Scheduled MonumentsWalesFfynnon Mary Burnt Mound 300m SE of Carn Wen
Prehistoric · Burnt Mound

Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound 300m SE of Carn Wen

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR420
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Burnt Mound
Broad class
Agriculture and Subsistence
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound is a Neolithic or Bronze Age burnt mound located approximately 300 metres south-east of Carn Wen in Breconshire, Wales. Burnt mounds are archaeological features comprising accumulations of fire-cracked stone, charcoal, and other debris, typically associated with prehistoric subsistence activities such as cooking, water heating, and possibly textile processing. The site represents evidence of early agricultural and domestic practices in the upland regions of Wales during the prehistoric period. Its designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its significance to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and economic activity in Breconshire.

Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound 300m SE of Carn Wen is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR420. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound 300m SE of Carn Wen?

Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound is a Neolithic or Bronze Age burnt mound located approximately 300 metres south-east of Carn Wen in Breconshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR420.

What period does Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound 300m SE of Carn Wen date from?

Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound 300m SE of Carn Wen dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a burnt mound. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound 300m SE of Carn Wen?

Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound 300m SE of Carn Wen 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 BR420.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ffynnon Mary Burnt Mound 300m SE of Carn Wen?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ringwork near Coed Ty-Mawr (2.6 km), Earthworks SW of Church (4.8 km), Standing Stone SSE of Dol-y-Felin (5.2 km).

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