Scheduled MonumentsWalesHut Circle Settlement South-West of Pen-yr-allt Uchaf
Prehistoric · Hut Circle Settlement

Hut Circle Settlement South-West of Pen-yr-allt Uchaf

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN312
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 South-West of Pen-yr-allt Uchaf is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Conwy, Wales, comprising the remains of multiple hut circles. The site dates to the Iron Age or Bronze Age periods and represents evidence of sustained settlement activity during prehistoric times in the upland regions of North Wales. The hut circles, which form the primary archaeological features, indicate the presence of circular or sub-circular structures that would have served as domestic dwellings for the community inhabiting this location. This settlement is designated as a scheduled ancient monument under Welsh heritage protection, reflecting its archaeological and historical significance in understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and domestic life in the region.

Hut Circle Settlement South-West of Pen-yr-allt Uchaf is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN312. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut Circle Settlement South-West of Pen-yr-allt Uchaf?

Hut Circle Settlement South-West of Pen-yr-allt Uchaf is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Conwy, Wales, comprising the remains of multiple hut circles. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN312.

What period does Hut Circle Settlement South-West of Pen-yr-allt Uchaf date from?

Hut Circle Settlement South-West of Pen-yr-allt 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 South-West of Pen-yr-allt Uchaf?

Hut Circle Settlement South-West of Pen-yr-allt 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 CN312.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut Circle Settlement South-West of Pen-yr-allt Uchaf?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tyddyn Mawr, standing stone to SSW of (4.8 km), Tre'r Ceiri Camp (5.8 km), Yr Eifl Summit Cairns (6.3 km).

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