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Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Nant Gwynllyn Standing stone

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD196
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 Gwynllyn Standing Stone is a prehistoric standing stone located in Radnorshire, Wales, and forms part of the landscape of ritual monuments characteristic of Bronze Age communities in the region. The stone stands as evidence of the religious and ceremonial practices of prehistoric peoples, though detailed archaeological investigation of the site remains limited in the published scholarly record. Its designation as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw protection system reflects its recognised significance as a prehistoric ritual and funerary monument. The stone's exact dimensions, composition, and any associated archaeological features require consultation of the original survey records held by Cadw for comprehensive characterisation.

Nant Gwynllyn Standing stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD196. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Nant Gwynllyn Standing stone?

Nant Gwynllyn Standing Stone is a prehistoric standing stone located in Radnorshire, Wales, and forms part of the landscape of ritual monuments characteristic of Bronze Age communities in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD196.

What period does Nant Gwynllyn Standing stone date from?

Nant Gwynllyn 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 Gwynllyn Standing stone?

Nant Gwynllyn 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 RD196.

What other scheduled monuments are near Nant Gwynllyn Standing stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairns and Standing Stones on Carnau Cefn-y-Ffordd (9.5 km), Saith-Maen Standing Stones (9.6 km), Hafotau Settlement on Bryn Melys (9.6 km).

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