Scheduled MonumentsWalesGerlan Hut Group
Prehistoric · Unenclosed hut circle

Gerlan Hut Group

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN192
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Unenclosed hut circle
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Gerlan Hut Group is a prehistoric unenclosed settlement comprising multiple hut circles located in Conwy, Wales. The site dates to the Bronze Age and represents the domestic remains of a small pastoral community, with the hut circles indicating residential occupation during this period. The huts are defined by circular or oval earthwork depressions and associated stone features characteristic of Bronze Age domestic architecture in upland Wales. The site is protected as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under the Cadw designation CN192, reflecting its archaeological significance for understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and domestic life in the region.

Gerlan Hut Group is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN192. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gerlan Hut Group?

Gerlan Hut Group is a prehistoric unenclosed settlement comprising multiple hut circles located in Conwy, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN192.

What period does Gerlan Hut Group date from?

Gerlan Hut Group dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a unenclosed hut circle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Gerlan Hut Group?

Gerlan Hut Group 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 CN192.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gerlan Hut Group?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Vivian Slate Quarry, Inclines, Walia & associated structures (6.3 km), Hut Group, Near Galltycelyn, S of Cwm-y-Glo (6.5 km), Dinorwic Quarry (6.5 km).

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