Wales Travel Guide
Prehistoric Sites in Wales A-Z

Browse this list of prehistoric sites to visit in Wales by Region (click here for a regional map) or alphabetically (on this page). Unless otherwise noted, most sites are freely accessible, but please be respectful of the rights of landowners.

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Trelleck, Gwent Harold's Stone Row Three large stones stand aligned in a field. The stones are said to represent a victory in battle of King Harold, though a prehistoric origin is more likely. Trelleck, Gwent, Wales OS map reference: SO499 051 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Llansanffraid Glan Conwy, Gwynedd Hendre Waelod Burial Chamber Dolmen tomb on the River Conwy dating to 3500 BCE fronted by portal stones standing 10 feet high. The tomb is topped a massive capstone. Llansanffraid Glan Conwy, Gwynedd, Wales Location: off A470 OS map reference: SO499 051 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Manorbier, Dyfed King's Quoit Two low sidestones support a striking capstone in this small chambered tomb. The tomb is beautifully perched in a dramatic location above Manorbier Bay. Manorbier, Tenby, Dyfed, Wales Location: off B4585 OS map reference: SS059 973 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Llandecwyn, Gwynedd Llyn Eiddew Bach III Only seven of the original 13-14 stones remain of this circle. Of those that remain, the tallest is but 3 feet in height. Llandecwyn, Gwynedd, Wales Location: off A496 OS map reference: SH642 346 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Rowen, Gwynedd Maen y Bardd (Stone of the Bard) A Neolithic burial chamber composed of a projecting capstone supported by three standing stones. There are several solitary standing stones in the area. Rowen, Gwynedd, Wales Location: 1 m W Rowen OS map reference: SH741 719 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Llandrillo, Gwynedd Moel Ty Uchaf A cairn circle measuring 39 feet across, composed of 41 standing stones. None of the stones is very tall, though the location provides wonderful views over the valley below. A cist has been found in the centre of the circle. Nearby is the Ring of Tyfos stone circle. Llandrillo, Gwynedd, Wales Location: off B4401 between Corwen and Llandrillo OS map reference: SJ057 371 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Gelli, Glamorgan Mynydd Y Gelli (Welsh Stonehenge) A bit of a mish-mash of small, scattered stones in a rough circle of 30 feet diameter within a low embankment. Gelli, Glamorgan, Wales Location: off B4223 OS map reference: SS975 942 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Brecks, Powys Nant Tarw Two circles can be seen here, each composed of small stones. There are several larger fallen stones near the circles, plus a separate 3 stone grouping near the largest circle. Brecks, Powys, Wales Location: off minor road between Trecastle and Pont-ar-Llechau OS map reference: SN820 258 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Hay-on-Wye, Powys Pen Y Beacon Four stones are all that remain here. One standing stone hovers over two that lie level with the ground, while another protrudes slightly above the surface. Hay-on-Wye, Powys, Wales Location: 5 m S Hay-on-Wye OS map reference: SO239 373 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Nannerch, Clwyd Penbedw Scheduled ancient monument (Penbedw Park stone circle). 17th-18th century park with grotto and pavilion. Nannerch, Clwyd, Wales Location: 1 m S Nannerch, on A541 OS map reference: SJ166 683 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Newport, Dyfed Pentre Ifan This striking cromlech is composed of three large stones supporting a capstone estimated to weigh 16 tons! Nearby is a solitary standing stone. Newport, Dyfed, Wales Location: 5 m SE Newport, off A487 Cadw OS map reference: SN092 367 Photo: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Llangynog, Powys Rhos Y Beddau A bog has swallowed up the stones of the circle here, but a long (162 feet) avenue leading to the circle is visible. Llangynog, Powys, Wales Location: 5 m off B4580 at Llanrhaeadr-ym-Mochnant OS map reference: SJ057 301 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

St. Nicholas, Glamorgan St Lythans A striking chambered tomb of unusual height. The capstone measures 14 feet long x 10 feet wide. The tomb is located close to Tinkinswood. Caint Lythans Road, St. Nicholas, Barry, Glamorgan, Wales Location: 2 m S St. Nicholas OS map reference: ST101 723 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

St. Nicholas, Glamorgan Tinkinswood One of the best-preserved chambered cairns in Britain, topped by the largest capstone (15 x 24 feet and 40 tons in weight). The cairn is wedge-shaped, though the actual chamber is rectangular. The tomb is fronted by a forecourt of drystone walls. Within the chamber were found bones from at least 40 people buried duing the Neolithic period. It seems likely that the cairn was used for ceremonial purposes right through the Bronze Age. St. Nicholas, Barry, Glamorgan, Wales Location: 1 m S St. Nicholas OS map reference: ST092 733 Photo: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Brecks, Powys Trecastle Mountain (Y Pigwyn) One of the many prehistoric remains surrounding Brecks. There are two circles of small stones here, the larger measuring 74 feet in diameter. A small mound in the centre of the larger ring may indicate a burial. Brecks, Powys, Wales Location: off A40 OS map reference: SN833 310 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Tafarn-y bwlch, Dyfed Troed y Rhiw Two stones stand here, with a solitary stone nearby. The Waun Mawn circle is not far away. Tafarn-y bwlch, Newport, Dyfed, Wales Location: off B4329 OS map reference: SN080 339 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Llandrillo, Gwynedd Tyfos (Ring of Tyfos) Fourteen low stones of this circle are still visible. Moel Ty Uchaf is nearby. Llandrillo, Gwynedd, Wales Location: 2 m NW Llandrillo OS map reference: SJ028 388 Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

Tafarn-y-bwlch, Dyfed Waun Mawn Four stones remain of this large (about 150 feet) diameter circle. Two stones are standing, and two are prostrate. Nearby are the Troed y Rhiw standing stones. Tafarn-y-bwlch, Newport, Dyfed, Wales Location: off B4329 OS map reference: SN084 341 Photo: David Ross and Britain Express Accommodation: nearest hotels - nearest Self catering

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