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Post Medieval/Modern · Deserted Rural Settlement

Hafod Frith Deserted Rural Settlement

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD175
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Deserted Rural Settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hafod Frith is a deserted rural settlement in Ceredigion, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under reference CD175. The settlement dates to the post-medieval and modern periods and represents the remains of domestic occupation characteristic of upland Welsh pastoral communities. The site survives as earthwork traces indicative of traditional settlement patterns in this region, reflecting the historical use of marginal upland land for seasonal or permanent habitation associated with pastoral farming practices.

Hafod Frith Deserted Rural Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD175. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hafod Frith Deserted Rural Settlement?

Hafod Frith is a deserted rural settlement in Ceredigion, Wales, designated as a scheduled ancient monument under reference CD175. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD175.

What period does Hafod Frith Deserted Rural Settlement date from?

Hafod Frith Deserted Rural Settlement dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a deserted rural settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Hafod Frith Deserted Rural Settlement?

Hafod Frith Deserted Rural Settlement 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 CD175.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hafod Frith Deserted Rural Settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carn Fflur Round Cairn Cemetery (5.7 km), Garn Gron Round Cairn Cemetery (6.8 km), Fagwyr Las Deserted Rural Settlement (7.2 km).

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