Scheduled MonumentsWalesRound Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos
Prehistoric · Round Cairn

Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD078
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Round Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos is a prehistoric funerary monument located in Ceredigion, Wales, dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period. The site consists of a substantial stone cairn constructed as a burial or ceremonial structure, typical of the ritual practices of early agricultural and metalworking communities in Wales. Its placement within the landscape reflects the importance of prominent positions for funerary monuments during prehistoric times, serving both commemorative and territorial functions for local populations. The monument remains a significant archaeological resource for understanding prehistoric settlement, burial practice, and religious belief systems in the upland regions of Ceredigion.

Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD078. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos?

Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos is a prehistoric funerary monument located in Ceredigion, Wales, dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD078.

What period does Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos date from?

Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a round cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos?

Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos 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 CD078.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round Cairn 460m S of Ty'n-y-Rhos?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pen Clawdd-Mawr Defended Enclosure (3.5 km), Llan-Llyr Inscribed Stone (3.5 km), Castell Cwmere (5.3 km).

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