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Prehistoric · Ring Cairn

Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME147
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Ring Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen is a prehistoric ring cairn located in Meirionnydd, Wales, forming part of a larger cairn complex in the upland landscape. The monument dates to the Bronze Age and represents a funerary and ritual structure typical of its period, constructed as a circular arrangement of stones with a defined perimeter. The site is one of several ring cairns at Ffridd Camen, demonstrating the concentration of burial and ceremonial activity in this area during prehistory. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, it remains an important archaeological resource for understanding Bronze Age mortuary practices and religious observance in upland Wales.

Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME147. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen?

Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen is a prehistoric ring cairn located in Meirionnydd, Wales, forming part of a larger cairn complex in the upland landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME147.

What period does Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen date from?

Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a ring cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen?

Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen 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 ME147.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ring Cairn E of Ffridd Camen?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cwm Rhiwiau Stone Circle (4.1 km), Rhos-y-Beddau Stone Circle, Avenue and Cairn (4.4 km), Afon Disgynfa Cairn (5.3 km).

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