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Prehistoric · Stone Circle

Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan

Ceredigion, Wales
Cadw SAM CD136
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Stone Circle
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
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Overview

History & significance

Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan is a prehistoric ceremonial monument located in Ceredigion, Wales, comprising a stone circle with related structural features. The site dates to the Bronze Age and represents an important example of ritual and possibly funerary practice in the Welsh landscape during this period. The monument consists of standing stones arranged in a circular formation, typical of ceremonial sites used for gatherings, ritual activities, and potentially burial-related functions. As a scheduled ancient monument under Cadw protection, the site contributes to understanding Bronze Age religious practices and the use of upland terrain for ceremonial purposes in prehistoric Wales.

Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CD136. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan?

Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan is a prehistoric ceremonial monument located in Ceredigion, Wales, comprising a stone circle with related structural features. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CD136.

What period does Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan date from?

Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a stone circle. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan?

Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan 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 CD136.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stone Circle and Associated Structures on Bryn y Gorlan?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Troedrhiwhir Mountain ring cairn (6.9 km), Troedrhiwhir standing stone (7.4 km), Cors Blaen Cothi Deserted Rural Settlement (7.5 km).

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