Scheduled MonumentsWalesMynydd Mynyllod Enclosure
Prehistoric · Enclosure

Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME090
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Enclosure
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure is a prehistoric monument located in Meirionnydd, Wales. The site comprises an enclosure of archaeological significance dating to the prehistoric period, though the precise chronology remains subject to scholarly interpretation. The enclosure's physical remains are preserved within the upland landscape of the region, reflecting patterns of prehistoric land use and settlement characteristic of the Welsh uplands. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, the site contributes to understanding of prehistoric territorial organisation and subsistence strategies in northwest Wales.

Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME090. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure?

Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure is a prehistoric monument located in Meirionnydd, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME090.

What period does Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure?

Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure 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 ME090.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two Ring Cairns West of Cwm Tywyll (7.1 km), Ffridd yr Eglwys Deserted Rural Settlement (7.2 km), Cefn Penagored Cairn and Ring Cairn (7.3 km).

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