Scheduled MonumentsWalesLlech Idris
Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Llech Idris

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME072
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Llech Idris is a standing stone located in Meirionnydd, Wales, dating to the prehistoric period. The monument comprises a single upright stone that survives as a significant example of standing stone monuments found across Wales, which are commonly associated with ritual, religious, and funerary practices of prehistoric communities. Such stones typically served functions connected to territorial marking, ceremonial activity, or commemoration of the dead, though the precise original purpose of this particular stone remains subject to archaeological interpretation. The site is recorded under Cadw's schedule of ancient monuments as SAM ME072, reflecting its recognised importance to the archaeological heritage of the region.

Llech Idris is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME072. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llech Idris?

Llech Idris is a standing stone located in Meirionnydd, Wales, dating to the prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME072.

What period does Llech Idris date from?

Llech Idris dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Llech Idris?

Llech Idris 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 ME072.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llech Idris?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman Kilns 225m SE of Pen-y-Stryd (0.9 km), Maen Llwyd Standing Stones (3 km), Multi-period Settlement Remains at Cae Merddyn, S of Bwlch-y-Ffordd (3.1 km).

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