Scheduled MonumentsWalesHermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln
Post Medieval/Modern · Kiln

Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME198
Period
Post Medieval/Modern
Site type
Kiln
Broad class
Industrial
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln is a post-medieval and modern industrial kiln located in Meirionnydd, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference ME198 by Cadw. The structure represents evidence of mineral processing activity in the region during the post-medieval period, reflecting the economic exploitation of copper and gold resources in Wales. The kiln's construction and operational methods reflect contemporary industrial practices adapted to the local landscape and available materials. Such installations were integral to the extractive industries that characterised parts of Meirionnydd during this period of industrial development.

Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME198. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln?

Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln is a post-medieval and modern industrial kiln located in Meirionnydd, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference ME198 by Cadw. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME198.

What period does Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln date from?

Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln dates from the post medieval/modern period, and is classified as a kiln. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln?

Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln 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 ME198.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hermon or Dolfwynog Copper/Gold Bog Kiln?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moel Offrwm Camp (4.6 km), Moel Offrwm Lower Camp (4.9 km), Foel Faner Defended Enclosure (5.1 km).

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