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Prehistoric · Cairn

Garreg Round Cairn

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME107
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Garreg Round Cairn is a prehistoric cairn located in Meirionnydd, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference ME107. The monument dates to the Bronze Age and represents the funerary and ritual practices of prehistoric communities in the region. Round cairns of this type typically comprised stone heaps constructed over burial deposits and served as enduring markers of ceremonial significance within the landscape. The site reflects the importance of monumental burial practices during the Bronze Age period in Wales.

Garreg Round Cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME107. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Garreg Round Cairn?

Garreg Round Cairn is a prehistoric cairn located in Meirionnydd, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw reference ME107. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME107.

What period does Garreg Round Cairn date from?

Garreg Round Cairn dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Garreg Round Cairn?

Garreg Round Cairn 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 ME107.

What other scheduled monuments are near Garreg Round Cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cors-y-Gedol Settlements & Field System (8 km), Cors-y-Gedol Burial Chamber (8.1 km), Dyffryn Ardudwy Chambered Tomb (8.2 km).

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