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Latitude: 52.947 / 52°56'49"N
Longitude: -3.4863 / 3°29'10"W
OS Eastings: 300229
OS Northings: 339885
OS Grid: SJ002398
Mapcode National: GBR 6J.LCMN
Mapcode Global: WH671.F631
Entry Name: Mynydd Mynyllod Enclosure
Scheduled Date: 14 November 1977
Source: Cadw
Source ID: 3227
Cadw Legacy ID: ME090
Schedule Class: Monument
Category: Enclosure
Period: Prehistoric
County: Gwynedd
Community: Llandderfel
Traditional County: Merionethshire
The monument comprises the remains of an earthwork/stone-built enclosure. The date or precise nature of the enclosure is unknown, but it is likely to be later prehistoric or medieval. The site covers an area of approximately 0.5 acres and is situated on a densely heather-clad summit, which is naturally defended by steep slopes on the west and southwest and with an enclosing bank on the east and southeast. A later rectangular sheepfold lies in the NE corner of the enclosure.
The monument is of national importance for its potential to enhance our knowledge of later prehistoric defensive organisation and settlement. The site forms an important element within the wider later prehistoric context and within the surrounding landscape. The site is well preserved and retains considerable archaeological potential. There is a strong probability of the presence of evidence relating to chronology, building techniques and functional detail.
The scheduled area comprises the remains described and areas around them within which related evidence may be expected to survive.
Source: Cadw
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