Scheduled MonumentsWalesStanding Stone NE of Capel Rhos
Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Standing Stone NE of Capel Rhos

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR090
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 NE of Capel Rhos is a prehistoric standing stone located in Breconshire, Wales. The monument dates to the Bronze Age or earlier periods and represents one of the upright stone monuments characteristic of ritual and ceremonial practice in prehistoric Britain. Such standing stones often served religious or commemorative functions within their local communities, though the specific purpose of this particular example remains uncertain. The stone survives as a tangible record of prehistoric settlement and ceremonial activity in the Brecon Beacons region.

Standing Stone NE of Capel Rhos is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR090. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing Stone NE of Capel Rhos?

Standing Stone NE of Capel Rhos is a prehistoric standing stone located in Breconshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR090.

What period does Standing Stone NE of Capel Rhos date from?

Standing Stone NE of Capel Rhos dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing Stone NE of Capel Rhos?

Standing Stone NE of Capel 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 BR090.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing Stone NE of Capel Rhos?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bryn ring cairn (3.9 km), Bryn round cairn (4 km), Tynewydd Roman road (4.3 km).

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