Scheduled MonumentsWalesMaen Llia Stone
Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Maen Llia Stone

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR017
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Maen Llia Stone is a standing stone located in Breconshire, Wales, and dates to the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period. The monument consists of a substantial upright stone that stands prominently in the landscape, serving as evidence of ritual or ceremonial activity in the region during antiquity. Its designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its archaeological significance as a marker of prehistoric settlement patterns and religious practice in the Brecon Beacons area. The stone's original purpose likely related to territorial demarcation, ancestor veneration, or celestial observation, purposes common to standing stones across Iron Age and Bronze Age Britain.

Maen Llia Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR017. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Maen Llia Stone?

Maen Llia Stone is a standing stone located in Breconshire, Wales, and dates to the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR017.

What period does Maen Llia Stone date from?

Maen Llia Stone 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 Maen Llia Stone?

Maen Llia Stone 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 BR017.

What other scheduled monuments are near Maen Llia Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carn yr Arian Cairn (6.8 km), Cader Fawr Round Cairn (8.7 km), Nant-Maden Round Cairn (9.8 km).

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