Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Maen Pica

Carmarthenshire, Wales
Cadw SAM CM158
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 Pica is a standing stone of probable Neolithic or Bronze Age date located in Carmarthenshire, Wales. The monument consists of a substantial upright stone that forms part of the prehistoric ritual and funerary landscape characteristic of south-west Wales during the later prehistoric period. Its precise original function remains uncertain, though such stones typically served significant religious, ceremonial, or territorial purposes within their communities. The site is registered with Cadw under the historic monuments reference SAM CM158, reflecting its recognition as a monument of archaeological importance to Wales's prehistoric heritage.

Maen Pica is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CM158. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Maen Pica?

Maen Pica is a standing stone of probable Neolithic or Bronze Age date located in Carmarthenshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CM158.

What period does Maen Pica date from?

Maen Pica 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 Pica?

Maen Pica 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 CM158.

What other scheduled monuments are near Maen Pica?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Vaynor Gaer (9 km), Pengawse Ring Cairn (9 km), Redstone Cross Round Barrows (9.1 km).

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