Scheduled MonumentsScotlandArdfernal,standing stone 60m W of,Jura
Bronze Age · Standing stone 60m w of,jura

Ardfernal,standing stone 60m W of,Jura

Scotland
HES SM4739
Period
Bronze Age
Site type
Standing stone 60m w of,jura
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Ardfernal is a Bronze Age standing stone located approximately 60 metres west of Jura in Argyllshire, Scotland. The monument comprises a single upright stone of the type commonly erected during the Bronze Age, reflecting the ritual and territorial practices of prehistoric communities in the Scottish Hebrides and west coast regions. Standing stones of this period typically served functions related to burial practices, territorial markers, or ceremonial gathering places, though the specific purpose of this particular monument remains uncertain. The site is recorded in the Historic Environment Scotland database under the reference SM4739, ensuring its protection and documentation within Scotland's archaeological heritage.

Ardfernal,standing stone 60m W of,Jura is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4739. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ardfernal,standing stone 60m W of,Jura?

Ardfernal is a Bronze Age standing stone located approximately 60 metres west of Jura in Argyllshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4739.

What period does Ardfernal,standing stone 60m W of,Jura date from?

Ardfernal,standing stone 60m W of,Jura dates from the bronze age period, and is classified as a standing stone 60m w of,jura. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Ardfernal,standing stone 60m W of,Jura?

Ardfernal,standing stone 60m W of,Jura is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM4739.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ardfernal,standing stone 60m W of,Jura?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Crackaig,dun 340m NE of Crackaig Hill,Jura (6.8 km), Dunan an Roail,fort,Jura (7.7 km), Barran Dubh,hut circle 130m SE of,Jura (8 km).

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