Scheduled MonumentsWalesSettlement NW of Waen Rhythallt
Prehistoric · Hut Circle Settlement

Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt

Conwy, Wales
Cadw SAM CN224
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Hut Circle Settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt is a prehistoric domestic settlement comprising hut circles located in Conwy, Wales. The site dates to the Bronze Age and represents evidence of sustained domestic occupation in the upland regions of north Wales during this period. The settlement consists of the earthwork remains of circular or sub-circular structures typical of Bronze Age domestic architecture, which would have served as dwellings for prehistoric communities exploiting the local landscape. Such upland settlements provide important archaeological evidence for understanding Bronze Age settlement patterns, land use, and social organisation in Wales.

Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CN224. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt?

Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt is a prehistoric domestic settlement comprising hut circles located in Conwy, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CN224.

What period does Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt date from?

Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a hut circle settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt?

Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt 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 CN224.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement NW of Waen Rhythallt?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ystrad Rural Settlement (6.7 km), Hafod-y-Wern Long Hut (7 km), Ty Coch Prehistoric Settlement (8 km).

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