Scheduled MonumentsWalesHut Group W of Foel Dduarth
Prehistoric · Enclosed hut circle

Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN123
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosed hut circle
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth is a prehistoric domestic settlement comprising enclosed hut circles located on the upland terrain of Foel Dduarth in Conwy, Wales. The site is scheduled as an ancient monument under the reference CN123. The hut circles represent evidence of Iron Age or Bronze Age settlement patterns in this region of North Wales, demonstrating the use of high moorland areas for habitation during prehistoric periods. The enclosed nature of the structures suggests a concern for protection of livestock and domestic security, typical of later prehistoric communities in upland Wales.

Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN123. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth?

Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth is a prehistoric domestic settlement comprising enclosed hut circles located on the upland terrain of Foel Dduarth in Conwy, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN123.

What period does Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth date from?

Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosed hut circle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth?

Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth 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 CN123.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut Group W of Foel Dduarth?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pant y Griafolen Huts and Enclosures (5.9 km), Cwm Caseg Deserted Rural Settlement (6 km), Settlement between Cil-Twllan and Tan-y-Garth (6.5 km).

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