Scheduled Monuments- Full Report
Summary Description of a Scheduled Monument
Reference Number
CN108
Name
Hut Group N of Gyrn Ddu
Date of Designation
Status
Designated
Location
Unitary Authority
Gwynedd
Community
Llanaelhaearn
Easting
240295
Northing
347114
Broad Class
Domestic
Site Type
Unenclosed hut circle
Period
Prehistoric
Description
Summary Description and Reason for Designation
The following provides a general description of the Scheduled Ancient Monument.
A large unenclosed settlement site high on the open hillside, close to the sea. containing round huts and sub rectangular features.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of prehistoric settlement. It retains significant archaeological potential, with a strong probability of the presence of associated archaeological features and deposits. The structures themselves may be expected to contain archaeological information concerning chronology and building techniques.
The scheduled area comprises the remains described and areas around them within which related evidence may be expected to survive.