Scheduled MonumentsWalesLlifad, Carreglefn
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Llifad, Carreglefn

Anglesey, Wales
Cadw SAM AN079
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Llifad, Carreglefn is a prehistoric enclosure located in Anglesey, Wales, dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period. The monument consists of an earthwork enclosure defined by banks and ditches, representing a form of settlement or ritual demarcation typical of prehistoric Welsh communities. Its precise function remains uncertain, though such enclosures commonly served defensive, administrative, or ceremonial purposes during their respective periods. The site is recorded in the Cadw heritage database as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological significance to the understanding of prehistoric settlement patterns in north Wales.

Llifad, Carreglefn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference AN079. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Llifad, Carreglefn?

Llifad, Carreglefn is a prehistoric enclosure located in Anglesey, Wales, dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference AN079.

What period does Llifad, Carreglefn date from?

Llifad, Carreglefn dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Llifad, Carreglefn?

Llifad, Carreglefn 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 AN079.

What other scheduled monuments are near Llifad, Carreglefn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bodewryd Standing Stone (2.3 km), Pen-yr-Orsedd Standing Stones (5.2 km), Pen-y-Fynwent Enclosure (5.3 km).

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