Scheduled MonumentsWalesHut Circles East of Moel Geifr
Prehistoric · Hut Circle Settlement

Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME181
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hut Circle Settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Meirionnydd, Wales, consisting of a group of hut circles situated on the eastern slopes of the mountain. The settlement dates to the Bronze Age and represents evidence of early pastoral and agricultural communities that occupied the upland regions of medieval Wales. The hut circles themselves are defined by circular or sub-circular stone foundations and earthwork banks, typical of domestic structures from this period. This site provides important archaeological evidence for understanding settlement patterns and land use in prehistoric upland Wales.

Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME181. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr?

Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Meirionnydd, Wales, consisting of a group of hut circles situated on the eastern slopes of the mountain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME181.

What period does Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr date from?

Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr 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 Circles East of Moel Geifr?

Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr 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 ME181.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut Circles East of Moel Geifr?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hut Circle South of Tyddyn-Du (7.9 km), Tyddyn Du Enclosed Settlement (8 km), Hut Circle Settlement at Crawcwellt South (8.4 km).

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