Scheduled MonumentsWalesHut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu
Prehistoric · Enclosed hut circle

Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME164
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosed hut circle
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Meirionnydd, Wales, comprising multiple domestic structures typical of Bronze Age or Iron Age occupation. The site consists of several hut circles, the characteristic circular or oval stone-built foundations that served as dwellings during the later prehistoric period. Such settlements represent evidence of early Welsh pastoralist and agricultural communities, with the enclosed layout suggesting defensive or organisational concerns of their inhabitants. The archaeological remains at Nant Ddu contribute to understanding of prehistoric settlement patterns and domestic arrangements in the upland regions of Snowdonia.

Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME164. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu?

Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Meirionnydd, Wales, comprising multiple domestic structures typical of Bronze Age or Iron Age occupation. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME164.

What period does Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu date from?

Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosed hut circle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu?

Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu 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 ME164.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut Circle Settlement at Nant Ddu?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr (8.7 km), Bryn Cader-Faner Round Cairn (8.9 km), Settlements SW of Bryn Cader Faner (9.2 km).

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