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Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone

Breconshire, Wales
Cadw SAM BR269
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone is a Neolithic or Bronze Age monolith located in Breconshire, Wales. The stone stands as evidence of prehistoric ritual and ceremonial activity in the Brecon Beacons region, though detailed archaeological investigation of the site remains limited in the published record. Its designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its recognised importance within the landscape archaeology of south Wales. The precise original function and associated ritual context of the stone cannot be definitively established without further archaeological study, though standing stones of this period typically served religious, territorial, or funerary purposes within prehistoric communities.

Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference BR269. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone?

Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone is a Neolithic or Bronze Age monolith located in Breconshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference BR269.

What period does Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone date from?

Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone 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 Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone?

Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone 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 BR269.

What other scheduled monuments are near Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cerrig Duon Stone Circle (5.3 km), Deserted Settlements 800m N of Blaenau Farm (6.1 km), Nant Tawe Fechan Burnt Mound (6.6 km).

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