Scheduled MonumentsWalesMaen Llwyd standing stone
Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Maen Llwyd standing stone

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR312
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 Llwyd is a standing stone located in Breconshire, Wales, dating to the prehistoric period. The monument consists of a substantial upright stone that forms part of the archaeological landscape associated with ritual and ceremonial activity in prehistoric Wales. As a standing stone, it reflects the monumental practices of Bronze Age or Neolithic communities, though precise dating remains uncertain without archaeological investigation. The stone's survival to the present day contributes to our understanding of prehistoric settlement patterns and ritual significance in the Brecon Beacons region.

Maen Llwyd standing stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR312. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Maen Llwyd standing stone?

Maen Llwyd is a standing stone located in Breconshire, Wales, dating to the prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR312.

What period does Maen Llwyd standing stone date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Maen Llwyd standing stone?

Maen Llwyd standing 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 BR312.

What other scheduled monuments are near Maen Llwyd standing stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Maes-Celyn Castle Mound (8.4 km), Gwernvale chambered cairn (8.5 km), Penmyarth Standing Stone (8.9 km).

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