Near Llanrwst, Conwy, North Wales
Capel Garmon Burial Chamber
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7.2
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Under 1 hour
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Why it's Wildland
7.2A well-preserved Neolithic chamber whose Cotswold-Severn form is unexpectedly far north. Its long passage leads to three burial compartments, while a ring of stones marks the outline of the much larger mound that once covered it.
This is not just a prehistoric monument to view from outside: a 5-metre passage leads into a triple chamber beneath a great capstone. Its unusual northern setting and the visible outline of the lost mound make it a remarkable, compact encounter with deep time. Visit only after checking Cadw’s current access warning.
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The experience
A short, focused visit to an unusually far-north example of a Cotswold-Severn chambered tomb. The chamber and the stones tracing its former mound are the main reasons to come; access crosses farmland, and Cadw’s current warning about aggressive dogs makes checking before travel essential.
Things to do
Trace the passage into the chamber
See the 5-metre passage leading to three burial compartments, including the western compartment beneath a large capstone.
Allow time for a short monument visit; exact duration not verified.
Read the outline of the former mound
Look for the ring of stones around the chamber, marking the outline of an earthen mound nearly 30 metres across that once covered it.
Make a day of it
Quick escape · Under 1 hour
The chamber and its lost mound
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Check Cadw’s current visitor notice before travelling; it advises extreme caution or deferring a visit because of reports of aggressive dogs on the access land and footpath.
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Use the public right of way identified by Cadw, approaching from Bro Garmon or from the A5 side.
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Explore the passage, triple chamber, western capstone and ring of stones marking the former mound.
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Allow extra time for careful footing if conditions are wet or muddy.
Verified history
Cadw identifies Capel Garmon as a well-preserved Neolithic chambered tomb belonging to the Cotswold-Severn archaeological group, whose monuments are generally found much farther south. A 5-metre passage leads to a triple burial chamber. A large capstone covers the western compartment, and a surrounding ring of stones marks the outline of an earthen mound nearly 30 metres across. Cadw describes the tomb’s location so far north as an unexplained oddity.
Hidden details
A southern passage and a much larger lost mound — The chamber is only the surviving core: Cadw describes a 5-metre passage and a ring of stones tracing the outline of a nearly 30-metre mound that once covered the structure.
An unusual northern location — The tomb belongs to the Cotswold-Severn group, whose monuments are generally found in a different region; Cadw says this example’s position in North Wales remains a mystery.
When to go
· No preferred time is established in the supplied sources. Cadw lists visiting hours as 10am–4pm, with last admission 30 minutes before closing; check current details before visiting.
No seasonal highlight is established by the supplied sources. Cadw warns that the exposed monument and approach can be slippery or muddy.
The monument is exposed to the elements; Cadw advises appropriate footwear and warns that underfoot conditions may be slippery or muddy.
What to look for
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Follow the 5-metre passage into the triple burial chamber
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notice the large capstone over the western compartment and the surrounding ring of stones that marks the outline of the former mound. Cadw describes the tomb’s far-north location as an unexplained oddity for its archaeological group.
The story
Neolithic archaeology; chambered tombs and the Cotswold-Severn group
Best time to go
No season-specific advantage is established in the supplied sources. Check Cadw’s notice and take care in wet or muddy conditions.
No particular time of day is supported by the supplied sources. Cadw lists visiting hours as 10am–4pm, with last admission 30 minutes before closing; check its current notice before travel.
How long to spend
Under 1 hour
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- Monday: 10am-4pm
- Tuesday: 10am-4pm
- Wednesday: 10am-4pm
- Thursday: 10am-4pm
- Friday: 10am-4pm
- Saturday: 10am-4pm
- Sunday: 10am-4pm
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Opening & access
Cadw says the chamber is reached by public footpath 05/99 across farmland, from either Bro Garmon or the A5 side. Cadw’s current visitor notice warns of reports of aggressive dogs loose on the land and footpath and advises visitors to exercise extreme caution or defer their visit. Check the notice before setting out.
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Parking
Cadw reports limited parking. Groups should contact the nearby farm in advance to arrange alternative parking. Do not assume the Google Maps pin marks parking or an entrance.
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Dogs
Cadw reports aggressive dogs loose on the land and public footpath and advises extreme caution or deferring a visit. Check the latest notice before going.
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Accessibility
Cadw lists the approach as easy walking terrain, but the route crosses farmland and may be slippery or muddy. Source-row accessibility data says wheelchair-accessible car park and entrance are not available; check directly with Cadw for current access details.
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