Scheduled MonumentsWalesHut Circles at Braich y Cornel
Prehistoric · Unenclosed hut circle

Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN275
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Unenclosed hut circle
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel is a prehistoric unenclosed settlement comprising domestic structures located in Conwy, Wales. The site consists of hut circles representing domestic occupation from the Bronze Age, evidenced by their characteristic circular or oval ground plans formed by stone footings or earthwork banks. These structures represent an important record of upland settlement and pastoral economy during prehistory in North Wales. The monument is protected as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw designation CN275, reflecting its archaeological significance for understanding Bronze Age domestic life and land use in the region.

Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN275. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel?

Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel is a prehistoric unenclosed settlement comprising domestic structures located in Conwy, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN275.

What period does Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel date from?

Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a unenclosed hut circle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel?

Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel 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 CN275.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut Circles at Braich y Cornel?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fach-goch, standing stone to SSE of (4.1 km), Roman Bath-House, Tremadoc (4.8 km), Moel y Gest Camp (5.9 km).

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