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Prehistoric · Round Barrow

Mynydd Myddfai round barrow

Carmarthenshire, Wales
Cadw SAM CM348
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Round Barrow
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mynydd Myddfai round barrow is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Carmarthenshire, Wales. The barrow represents a characteristic funerary structure of the Bronze Age period, when such mounds were constructed as communal or individual burial places across Britain. The site's designation as a Scheduled Ancient Monument reflects its archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric ritual and mortuary practices in the Welsh landscape. Its preservation on Mynydd Myddfai contributes to understanding the settlement patterns and ceremonial activities of Bronze Age communities in South Wales.

Mynydd Myddfai round barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CM348. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mynydd Myddfai round barrow?

Mynydd Myddfai round barrow is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Carmarthenshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CM348.

What period does Mynydd Myddfai round barrow date from?

Mynydd Myddfai round barrow dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a round barrow. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Mynydd Myddfai round barrow?

Mynydd Myddfai round barrow 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 CM348.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mynydd Myddfai round barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stone Setting on Waun Llwyd (5.3 km), Twyn yr Esgair Settlement (5.9 km), Two Cairns on Fan Foel (7.8 km).

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