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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
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Overview

History & significance

Troed Rhiw Wen Prehistoric Standing Stone is a Bronze Age monolith located in Breconshire, Wales. The stone stands as evidence of ritual and ceremonial practice during the prehistoric period, reflecting the religious beliefs and social organisation of Bronze Age communities in the region. As a standing stone monument, it represents the tradition of erecting such markers for purposes connected to funerary practices, territorial demarcation, or ceremonial gathering. The monument remains an important archaeological record of prehistoric activity in Breconshire and contributes to understanding the landscape use and ritual practices of early Welsh upland 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 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 Britain.

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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