Scheduled MonumentsWalesGarw Fynydd Cairn
Prehistoric · Platform Cairn

Garw Fynydd Cairn

Denbighshire, Wales
Cadw SAM DE274
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Platform Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Garw Fynydd Cairn is a platform cairn located in Denbighshire, Wales, dating to the Prehistoric period and associated with religious, ritual, and funerary practices. The monument consists of a constructed mound of stone typical of cairn monuments from this era, which served functions related to burial and ceremonial activity. Its designation as a Scheduled Ancient Monument (Cadw SAM DE274) reflects its archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and ritual behaviour in the region. Such platform cairns represent significant expressions of community organization and belief systems during the Prehistoric period in Wales.

Garw Fynydd Cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference DE274. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Garw Fynydd Cairn?

Garw Fynydd Cairn is a platform cairn located in Denbighshire, Wales, dating to the Prehistoric period and associated with religious, ritual, and funerary practices. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference DE274.

What period does Garw Fynydd Cairn date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Garw Fynydd Cairn?

Garw Fynydd 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 DE274.

What other scheduled monuments are near Garw Fynydd Cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moel Fodig Camp (6.8 km), Rug Mound (7.1 km), Capel y Rug (7.2 km).

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