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Prehistoric · Hut Circle Settlement

Hut Circle Settlement on Caer Mynydd

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN245
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 on Caer Mynydd is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference CN245. The site comprises multiple hut circles, the characteristic remains of roundhouse dwellings that typically date to the Bronze Age or Iron Age periods. These structures represent evidence of permanent or semi-permanent settlement on upland terrain, reflecting prehistoric land use and habitation patterns in North Wales. The hut circles, visible as circular or oval depressions with associated stone foundations, provide insight into domestic organisation and settlement strategy during the later prehistoric period.

Hut Circle Settlement on Caer Mynydd is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN245. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut Circle Settlement on Caer Mynydd?

Hut Circle Settlement on Caer Mynydd is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Conwy, Wales, designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under reference CN245. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN245.

What period does Hut Circle Settlement on Caer Mynydd date from?

Hut Circle Settlement on Caer Mynydd 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 on Caer Mynydd?

Hut Circle Settlement on Caer Mynydd 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 CN245.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut Circle Settlement on Caer Mynydd?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cwm Caseg Deserted Rural Settlement (5.1 km), Settlement between Cil-Twllan and Tan-y-Garth (5.3 km), Ty'n Twr (6.2 km).

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