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Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Nant Cilgwyn standing stone

Carmarthenshire, Wales
Cadw SAM CM361
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Nant Cilgwyn standing stone is a prehistoric monolithic structure located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, and forms part of the archaeological record of Neolithic or Bronze Age ritual and ceremonial activity in the region. The stone stands as evidence of the symbolic and possibly funerary practices of prehistoric communities, though the precise chronology and original ritual context remain subjects of scholarly interpretation. As a standing stone, it represents a category of monument widespread across Wales and the wider British Isles during the later prehistoric period, reflecting the significance of permanent stone markers in the ceremonial landscape. The monument is recorded under Cadw's archaeological monument schedule (SAM CM361), ensuring its protection as a heritage asset of national importance.

Nant Cilgwyn standing stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CM361. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Nant Cilgwyn standing stone?

Nant Cilgwyn standing stone is a prehistoric monolithic structure located in Carmarthenshire, Wales, and forms part of the archaeological record of Neolithic or Bronze Age ritual and ceremonial activity in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CM361.

What period does Nant Cilgwyn standing stone date from?

Nant Cilgwyn standing stone 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 Nant Cilgwyn standing stone?

Nant Cilgwyn standing stone 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 CM361.

What other scheduled monuments are near Nant Cilgwyn standing stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dolaucothi Gold Mines (3.1 km), Mynydd Llansadwrn ring cairn (3.5 km), Talley Mound and Bailey Castle (4.8 km).

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