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Maen-cam

Heritage Site in Brecknockshire

Wales

Maen-cam

Moelydd summit Rounded, bald hills (moelydd) dominate the edge of the moorland. This summit hardly looks like one when viewed against the nearby peak of Gelli Faenog.
Moelydd summit Credit: Jonathan Wilkins

Maen-cam is a prominent heritage site located in the county of Brecknockshire, Wales. Situated on the outskirts of the small village of Llandefalle, Maen-cam is a prehistoric standing stone that holds great historical and cultural significance.

The stone measures approximately 3 meters in height and is believed to date back to the Bronze Age, making it over 4,000 years old. It is composed of local sandstone and stands alone in a field, surrounded by picturesque countryside.

Maen-cam is thought to have served as a ritualistic or ceremonial monument in ancient times. Its purpose remains somewhat mysterious, but it is widely believed to have held spiritual or religious significance for the people of the Bronze Age. The stone's impressive size and solitary presence contribute to its enigmatic aura, evoking a sense of awe and curiosity among visitors.

Today, Maen-cam is a popular destination for history enthusiasts, archaeologists, and tourists alike. Its location within the Brecon Beacons National Park also makes it an attractive spot for hikers and nature lovers. Visitors can explore the surrounding area and enjoy breathtaking views of the Welsh landscape while contemplating the mysteries of this ancient monument.

As a heritage site, Maen-cam is protected by conservation efforts to ensure its preservation for future generations. Interpretive signage and information boards provide visitors with historical context and archaeological insights, allowing them to delve deeper into the rich history of this remarkable standing stone.

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Maen-cam Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.187/-3.587 or Grid Reference SN9155. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Moelydd summit Rounded, bald hills (moelydd) dominate the edge of the moorland. This summit hardly looks like one when viewed against the nearby peak of Gelli Faenog.
Moelydd summit
Rounded, bald hills (moelydd) dominate the edge of the moorland. This summit hardly looks like one when viewed against the nearby peak of Gelli Faenog.
Cwm Gwnfel Looking down from the shoulder of the hill into Cwm Gwnfel, a very quiet and desolate place with an intriguing rock outcrop pattern, possibly folded strata or a landslip.
Cwm Gwnfel
Looking down from the shoulder of the hill into Cwm Gwnfel, a very quiet and desolate place with an intriguing rock outcrop pattern, possibly folded strata or a landslip.
Lan Goch Looking over the narrow tributary valleys to Lan Goch, a rounded plateau jutting out above Cwm Dulas.
Lan Goch
Looking over the narrow tributary valleys to Lan Goch, a rounded plateau jutting out above Cwm Dulas.
Rushy summit The top of the ridge shown as Banc Du on the map. Flatter, poorly-drained land is being claimed by rushes.
Rushy summit
The top of the ridge shown as Banc Du on the map. Flatter, poorly-drained land is being claimed by rushes.
Track cutting Considerable effort has been expended in improving the informal track which must cross a small stream here. Rushes on the bank suggest that this was also a very wet and boggy area.
Track cutting
Considerable effort has been expended in improving the informal track which must cross a small stream here. Rushes on the bank suggest that this was also a very wet and boggy area.
View from the summit Deep shadow in Cwm Dulas accentuates the curious, billowy nature of the terrain here.
View from the summit
Deep shadow in Cwm Dulas accentuates the curious, billowy nature of the terrain here.
New timber footbridge It's good to see that the crossings of the Dulas are so well maintained. This one is very new.
New timber footbridge
It's good to see that the crossings of the Dulas are so well maintained. This one is very new.
Cwm Dulas Looking up the level floor of this lovely valley towards Allt y Dinas.
Cwm Dulas
Looking up the level floor of this lovely valley towards Allt y Dinas.
Ruined farm A poignant reminder of how closely people lived to the land in past times.
Ruined farm
A poignant reminder of how closely people lived to the land in past times.
Ford on the Dulas The crossing of the Dulas for farm traffic or livestock.
Ford on the Dulas
The crossing of the Dulas for farm traffic or livestock.
Edge of the hill pasture Improved grassland on the lower fields makes a sharp contrast with the bracken-infested slope of the hill pasture above the valley of the Dulas. The bridleway runs along the boundary wall on its way to Ty'n y clyn where it rejoins the road.
Edge of the hill pasture
Improved grassland on the lower fields makes a sharp contrast with the bracken-infested slope of the hill pasture above the valley of the Dulas. The bridleway runs along the boundary wall on its way to Ty'n y clyn where it rejoins the road.
Cwmdulas The track into this cwm used to give access to an old mine.
Cwmdulas
The track into this cwm used to give access to an old mine.
Cwmdulas The upper reaches of Cwmdulas, in the middle distance trees mark where two tributaries of Dulas tumble over a series of waterfalls.
Cwmdulas
The upper reaches of Cwmdulas, in the middle distance trees mark where two tributaries of Dulas tumble over a series of waterfalls.
Sheepfold in Cwmdulas Small sheepfold in Cwmdulas.
Sheepfold in Cwmdulas
Small sheepfold in Cwmdulas.
Cairn on Darren This cairn is situated to the east of the highest point on Darren.
Cairn on Darren
This cairn is situated to the east of the highest point on Darren.
The southern slopes of Darren There's little in the square other than moorland, sheep and wetland.
The southern slopes of Darren
There's little in the square other than moorland, sheep and wetland.
Farmland in Cwmdulas Viewed from a bridleway near Tyn-y-clyn, the hill across the valley is Y Garth.
Farmland in Cwmdulas
Viewed from a bridleway near Tyn-y-clyn, the hill across the valley is Y Garth.
Farm building in Cwm Gwnfel Farm building beside Nant Gwnfel which is forded in the foreground by a footpath, albeit like many in this area signposted.
Farm building in Cwm Gwnfel
Farm building beside Nant Gwnfel which is forded in the foreground by a footpath, albeit like many in this area signposted.
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Maen-cam is located at Grid Ref: SN9155 (Lat: 52.187, Lng: -3.587)

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