Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCammon Stone standing stone on Rudland Rigg 1030m NNE of Cockan Cross

Cammon Stone standing stone on Rudland Rigg 1030m NNE of Cockan Cross

England
List entry 1019520
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cammon Stone is a standing stone located on Rudland Rigg in Yorkshire, England. The monument dates to the prehistoric period, likely belonging to the Bronze Age or earlier, though precise dating remains uncertain without archaeological investigation. The stone stands as a solitary upright example of the standing stone tradition found across northern England, representing a class of monuments whose original function—whether ritual, territorial, or commemorative—continues to engage archaeological debate. Its survival on the exposed moorland landscape testifies to the enduring presence of prehistoric monuments in the Yorkshire uplands.

Cammon Stone standing stone on Rudland Rigg 1030m NNE of Cockan Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019520. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cammon Stone standing stone on Rudland Rigg 1030m NNE of Cockan Cross?

Cammon Stone is a standing stone located on Rudland Rigg in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019520.

Who is responsible for protecting Cammon Stone standing stone on Rudland Rigg 1030m NNE of Cockan Cross?

Cammon Stone standing stone on Rudland Rigg 1030m NNE of Cockan Cross 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 1019520.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cammon Stone standing stone on Rudland Rigg 1030m NNE of Cockan Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 615m SSW of Rudland House (7.8 km), Wayside cross 950m east of Spout House Plantation (8 km), Two round barrows and a boundary stone 800m east of Spout House Plantation (8.2 km).

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