Scheduled MonumentsWalesHafod y Garreg Deserted Rural Settlement
Medieval · Rectangular hut

Hafod y Garreg Deserted Rural Settlement

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN320
Period
Medieval
Site type
Rectangular hut
Broad class
Unassigned
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hafod y Garreg is a deserted rural settlement located in Conwy, Wales, comprising a rectangular hut structure of medieval date. The site represents the archaeological remains of a upland pastoral settlement, typical of the dispersed settlement pattern found across medieval Wales. The rectangular hut form indicates domestic occupation during the medieval period, reflecting the building traditions and land use practices of rural Welsh communities. As a designated archaeological monument under Cadw protection, the site contributes to understanding the settlement archaeology and agricultural economy of medieval Conwy and the wider region.

Hafod y Garreg Deserted Rural Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN320. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hafod y Garreg Deserted Rural Settlement?

Hafod y Garreg is a deserted rural settlement located in Conwy, Wales, comprising a rectangular hut structure of medieval date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN320.

What period does Hafod y Garreg Deserted Rural Settlement date from?

Hafod y Garreg Deserted Rural Settlement dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a rectangular hut. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Hafod y Garreg Deserted Rural Settlement?

Hafod y Garreg 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 CN320.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hafod y Garreg Deserted Rural Settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hut Settlement West of Allt Goch (5.3 km), Bwlch Cowlyd cairn (6.9 km), Afon Bedol cist (7.1 km).

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