Scheduled MonumentsWalesStanding Stone S of Cerrig-y-Cledd
Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Standing Stone S of Cerrig-y-Cledd

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME139
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 S of Cerrig-y-Cledd is a prehistoric standing stone located in Meirionnydd, Wales, forming part of a larger stone arrangement at Cerrig-y-Cledd. The monument dates to the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period and served ritual, religious, or funerary functions typical of such megalithic monuments. The stone stands within a landscape rich in prehistoric activity, contributing to the archaeological significance of the Cerrig-y-Cledd complex. The site is designated as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw heritage protection scheme (SAM ME139).

Standing Stone S of Cerrig-y-Cledd is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME139. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing Stone S of Cerrig-y-Cledd?

Standing Stone S of Cerrig-y-Cledd is a prehistoric standing stone located in Meirionnydd, Wales, forming part of a larger stone arrangement at Cerrig-y-Cledd. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME139.

What period does Standing Stone S of Cerrig-y-Cledd date from?

Standing Stone S of Cerrig-y-Cledd 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 S of Cerrig-y-Cledd?

Standing Stone S of Cerrig-y-Cledd 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 ME139.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing Stone S of Cerrig-y-Cledd?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bron-Llety-Ifan cairns and cup-marked rock (7.1 km), Enclosure & Settlement 400m East of Cyfannedd Fawr (7.5 km), Round Hut and Cairns on NW Slope of Braich Ddu (7.6 km).

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