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Prehistoric · Stone Alignment

Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment

Wales
Cadw SAM MG134
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Stone Alignment
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment is a Neolithic or Bronze Age ritual monument situated in Wales, consisting of standing stones arranged in a linear formation across the moorland landscape. The alignment represents a significant example of prehistoric sacred geography, likely serving ceremonial or astronomical functions characteristic of later Neolithic and Bronze Age religious practice. The precise dating and original extent of the monument remain subjects of archaeological study, though its positioning on open upland terrain suggests intentional placement within a broader ceremonial landscape. The site's formal designation by Cadw reflects its importance as a monument of national archaeological significance within Wales's prehistoric heritage.

Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference MG134. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment?

Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment is a Neolithic or Bronze Age ritual monument situated in Wales, consisting of standing stones arranged in a linear formation across the moorland landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference MG134.

What period does Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment date from?

Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a stone alignment. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment?

Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment 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 MG134.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mynydd Dyfnant Stone Alignment?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tryfel Cairns and Stone Setting (1.5 km), Gogerddan Camp (3.8 km), Cae'r Lloi Round Barrow (4.5 km).

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