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Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Neuadd-Glan-Gwy Standing Stone

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD128
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Neuadd-Glan-Gwy Standing Stone is a prehistoric monolithic structure located in Radnorshire, Wales, and represents the enduring ritual and ceremonial practices of early Welsh communities. The standing stone dates to the prehistoric period, reflecting the widespread tradition of erecting such monuments across Britain and Wales during the Neolithic and Bronze Age, when they served functions connected to religious observance, ritual activity, and funerary commemoration. The monument is recorded under Cadw's Scheduled Ancient Monument designation RD128, acknowledging its archaeological significance and protected status. Such standing stones typically marked important territorial, ceremonial or burial sites within the prehistoric landscape, serving as focal points for community gathering and spiritual practice over many centuries.

Neuadd-Glan-Gwy Standing Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD128. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Neuadd-Glan-Gwy Standing Stone?

Neuadd-Glan-Gwy Standing Stone is a prehistoric monolithic structure located in Radnorshire, Wales, and represents the enduring ritual and ceremonial practices of early Welsh communities. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD128.

What period does Neuadd-Glan-Gwy Standing Stone date from?

Neuadd-Glan-Gwy 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 the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Neuadd-Glan-Gwy Standing Stone?

Neuadd-Glan-Gwy 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 RD128.

What other scheduled monuments are near Neuadd-Glan-Gwy Standing Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated Site in Llanfilo Village (8 km), Llanfilo Camp (8.5 km), Western Camp (8.6 km).

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