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Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Waen Bant Standing Stone

Meirionnydd, Wales
Cadw SAM ME125
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Waen Bant Standing Stone is a prehistoric monolith located in Meirionnydd, Wales, and forms part of the broader landscape of ritual and ceremonial monuments in the region. The stone stands as evidence of Bronze Age or earlier activity in the area, reflecting the religious and ritual practices of prehistoric communities. Its designation as a scheduled ancient monument recognises its significance as a potential funerary or ceremonial marker, though the precise dating and original function require careful archaeological interpretation. The monument contributes to our understanding of how prehistoric peoples in Meirionnydd used the landscape for ritual purposes.

Waen Bant Standing Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference ME125. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Waen Bant Standing Stone?

Waen Bant Standing Stone is a prehistoric monolith located in Meirionnydd, Wales, and forms part of the broader landscape of ritual and ceremonial monuments in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference ME125.

What period does Waen Bant Standing Stone date from?

Waen Bant 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 Waen Bant Standing Stone?

Waen Bant 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 ME125.

What other scheduled monuments are near Waen Bant Standing Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hut Circle Settlement at Craig Ty'n-y-Cornel (5 km), Twll y Darren Round Barrow (5.4 km), Allt Lwyd Cairn II (6.3 km).

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