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Prehistoric · Long Barrow

Mynydd Troed Long Barrow

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR013
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Long Barrow
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mynydd Troed Long Barrow is a Neolithic funerary monument located in Breconshire, Wales, dating to the early prehistoric period. The structure comprises an earthen mound constructed to cover a burial chamber or chambers, characteristic of the long barrow tradition prevalent across Britain during the Neolithic era. The monument's form and archaeological significance reflect the considerable investment in ritual funerary practice during this period, demonstrating the social organisation and belief systems of early farming communities in the Welsh uplands. The site remains an important example of Neolithic monumental architecture within the Brecon Beacons region.

Mynydd Troed Long Barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR013. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mynydd Troed Long Barrow?

Mynydd Troed Long Barrow is a Neolithic funerary monument located in Breconshire, Wales, dating to the early prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR013.

What period does Mynydd Troed Long Barrow date from?

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

Who is responsible for protecting Mynydd Troed Long Barrow?

Mynydd Troed Long 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 BR013.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mynydd Troed Long Barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tretower Castle (7.5 km), Tretower Court (7.6 km), Tretower Barn (7.6 km).

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