Scheduled MonumentsWalesStanding Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn
Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD236
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn is a prehistoric standing stone located in Ceredigion, Wales, and designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference CD236. The monument dates to the prehistoric period, reflecting the ritual and ceremonial practices of ancient communities in Wales. Standing stones of this type were commonly erected during the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods and served functions within the religious and ritual landscape, often associated with burial practices, territorial markers, or ceremonial gathering places. The stone survives as a testament to the enduring monumental traditions of prehistoric Wales.

Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD236. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn?

Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn is a prehistoric standing stone located in Ceredigion, Wales, and designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw reference CD236. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD236.

What period does Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn date from?

Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn?

Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn 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 CD236.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing Stone c.280m E of Tygwyn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carn Dol-Gau (5.5 km), Lluest Pencraig Ddu Deserted Rural Settlement (5.5 km), Castell S of Goginan-Fach (5.9 km).

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