Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAvebury Long Stones 380m east of The Grange Stables, Beckhampton

Avebury Long Stones 380m east of The Grange Stables, Beckhampton

England
List entry 1008104
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Avebury Long Stones 380m east of The Grange Stables, Beckhampton, is a Neolithic monument comprising two large standing stones that form part of the Avebury ritual landscape in Wiltshire. The stones date to the Neolithic period, contemporary with or shortly post-dating the construction of the main Avebury henge monument, and represent significant examples of megalithic practice in southern England. The two stones stand prominently in the landscape and have long been recognised as markers within the wider ceremonial complex associated with Avebury. The monument reflects the substantial investment in monumental construction undertaken by Neolithic communities in this region during the fourth and third millennia before the present.

Avebury Long Stones 380m east of The Grange Stables, Beckhampton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008104. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Avebury Long Stones 380m east of The Grange Stables, Beckhampton?

Avebury Long Stones 380m east of The Grange Stables, Beckhampton, is a Neolithic monument comprising two large standing stones that form part of the Avebury ritual landscape in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008104.

Who is responsible for protecting Avebury Long Stones 380m east of The Grange Stables, Beckhampton?

Avebury Long Stones 380m east of The Grange Stables, Beckhampton is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1008104.

What other scheduled monuments are near Avebury Long Stones 380m east of The Grange Stables, Beckhampton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rybury camp (5.4 km), Earthwork enclosure on Milk Hill (5.6 km), Bowl barrow 150m north of the Alton White Horse (5.7 km).

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