Scheduled MonumentsWalesRound Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu
Prehistoric · Ring Cairn

Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME100
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Ring Cairn
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu is a prehistoric ritual and funerary monument located in Meirionnydd, Wales, comprising a ring cairn associated with Bronze Age burial practices. The site consists of a circular stone structure characteristic of ring cairn monuments, which typically date to the Bronze Age and served both ceremonial and funerary functions. Ring cairns of this type represent an important category of prehistoric ceremonial architecture in Wales, often positioned in upland locations and frequently associated with wider landscapes of ritual activity. The monument's designation as a scheduled ancient monument (SAM ME100) reflects its archaeological significance as evidence of Bronze Age religious and funerary practices in the region.

Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME100. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu?

Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu is a prehistoric ritual and funerary monument located in Meirionnydd, Wales, comprising a ring cairn associated with Bronze Age burial practices. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME100.

What period does Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu date from?

Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a ring cairn. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu?

Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu 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 ME100.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Allt Lwyd Cairn I (4.8 km), Allt Lwyd Bronze Age Ritual Complex (4.9 km), Craig yr Aderyn Hillfort (5.3 km).

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