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Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Graianog Standing Stone & Round Cairns

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN098
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Graianog Standing Stone and Round Cairns is a prehistoric monument complex located in Conwy, Wales, comprising a standing stone associated with nearby round cairns of Bronze Age date. The standing stone itself represents a form of ritual or ceremonial monument typical of the prehistoric period, whilst the cairns indicate use of the site for funerary purposes, reflecting the religious and ritual practices of Bronze Age communities in North Wales. The monument's designation as a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection recognises its archaeological significance and contribution to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and burial practices in the region.

Graianog Standing Stone & Round Cairns is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN098. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Graianog Standing Stone & Round Cairns?

Graianog Standing Stone and Round Cairns is a prehistoric monument complex located in Conwy, Wales, comprising a standing stone associated with nearby round cairns of Bronze Age date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN098.

What period does Graianog Standing Stone & Round Cairns date from?

Graianog Standing Stone & Round Cairns dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Graianog Standing Stone & Round Cairns?

Graianog Standing Stone & Round Cairns 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 CN098.

What other scheduled monuments are near Graianog Standing Stone & Round Cairns?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tyddyn Mawr, standing stone to SSW of (5.3 km), Hut Circle East of Taleifion (6.8 km), Castell Caerau (7.5 km).

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