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Prehistoric · Hut Circle Settlement

Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN246
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hut Circle Settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Conwy, Wales, comprising multiple hut circles that date to the Bronze Age. The site represents evidence of permanent or semi-permanent settlement activity during this period, with the characteristic circular or sub-circular structures typical of prehistoric domestic occupation in upland areas of Wales. The monument is scheduled as an ancient monument under the care of Cadw, reflecting its importance for understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and domestic life in the region. Such hut circle settlements provide archaeological evidence of Bronze Age communities and their adaptation to the Welsh landscape.

Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN246. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf?

Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Conwy, Wales, comprising multiple hut circles that date to the Bronze Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN246.

What period does Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf date from?

Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hut circle settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf?

Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf 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 CN246.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circle settlement near Oerddwr Uchaf?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fach-goch, standing stone to SSE of (5.2 km), Roman Bath-House, Tremadoc (6.5 km), Ty'n y Berllan Settlement (6.9 km).

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