Scheduled MonumentsWalesOgof Tan-y-Bryn
Prehistoric · Cave

Ogof Tan-y-Bryn

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN204
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Cave
Broad class
Monument
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ogof Tan-y-Bryn is a prehistoric cave located in Conwy, North Wales, with official designation as a Scheduled Ancient Monument (CN204) under Cadw protection. The site represents evidence of human activity during the prehistoric period, though detailed chronological attribution and the specific nature of its use remain matters of archaeological record. The cave's physical character and any artefactual evidence associated with it contribute to understanding patterns of cave occupation and utilisation in prehistoric Wales. As with many Welsh cave sites, Ogof Tan-y-Bryn forms part of the broader archaeological landscape documenting early human settlement and subsistence strategies in the region.

Ogof Tan-y-Bryn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN204. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ogof Tan-y-Bryn?

Ogof Tan-y-Bryn is a prehistoric cave located in Conwy, North Wales, with official designation as a Scheduled Ancient Monument (CN204) under Cadw protection. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN204.

What period does Ogof Tan-y-Bryn date from?

Ogof Tan-y-Bryn dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a cave. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Ogof Tan-y-Bryn?

Ogof Tan-y-Bryn 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 CN204.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ogof Tan-y-Bryn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hendre-Waelod Burial Chamber (6.9 km), Cefn Llechen cairns (8.7 km), Hut Groups N of Cerrig y Dinas (8.8 km).

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