Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBroomrigg A: large irregular stone circle and associated stone alignment in Broomrigg Plantation, 820m south east of Street House

Broomrigg A: large irregular stone circle and associated stone alignment in Broomrigg Plantation, 820m south east of Street House

England
List entry 1015273
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Broomrigg A is a large irregular stone circle situated within Broomrigg Plantation, approximately 820 metres south-east of Street House in Cumberland. The monument consists of a stone circle of substantial diameter accompanied by an associated stone alignment, representing Bronze Age ritual or ceremonial activity typical of upland Cumbrian landscapes. The irregular form of the circle suggests either deliberate construction to accommodate topographical constraints or modification through post-depositional disturbance over millennia. The site remains a significant example of prehistoric monumental architecture in the region and is protected as a scheduled ancient monument under the National Heritage List for England.

Broomrigg A: large irregular stone circle and associated stone alignment in Broomrigg Plantation, 820m south east of Street House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015273. View the official record →

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What is Broomrigg A: large irregular stone circle and associated stone alignment in Broomrigg Plantation, 820m south east of Street House?

Broomrigg A is a large irregular stone circle situated within Broomrigg Plantation, approximately 820 metres south-east of Street House in Cumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015273.

Who is responsible for protecting Broomrigg A: large irregular stone circle and associated stone alignment in Broomrigg Plantation, 820m south east of Street House?

Broomrigg A: large irregular stone circle and associated stone alignment in Broomrigg Plantation, 820m south east of Street House 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 1015273.

What other scheduled monuments are near Broomrigg A: large irregular stone circle and associated stone alignment in Broomrigg Plantation, 820m south east of Street House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Broomrigg F: two hut circles in Broomrigg Plantation, 900m south east of Street House (0.4 km), Kirkoswald Castle moated site (5.8 km), Medieval moated site W of St Oswald's Church (5.9 km).

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