Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCarved rocks in Stobgreen Plantation

Carved rocks in Stobgreen Plantation

England
List entry 1021115
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Carved rocks in Stobgreen Plantation is an ancient monument comprising rock carvings located in Durham, England. The site consists of carved stones that represent prehistoric rock art traditions found in the broader landscape of northeast England. Such carved rocks typically date from the Bronze Age or earlier periods, though the precise chronology of this particular site requires archaeological assessment. The monument contributes to understanding of prehistoric artistic expression and land use in the Durham region during antiquity.

Carved rocks in Stobgreen Plantation is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021115. View the official record →

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What is Carved rocks in Stobgreen Plantation?

Carved rocks in Stobgreen Plantation is an ancient monument comprising rock carvings located in Durham, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021115.

Who is responsible for protecting Carved rocks in Stobgreen Plantation?

Carved rocks in Stobgreen Plantation 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 1021115.

What other scheduled monuments are near Carved rocks in Stobgreen Plantation?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carved rock 160m north west of Abbey Farm (9.6 km), Thorsgill Beck packhorse bridge (9.6 km), Cairn on the north side of Ravock, Bowes Moor, 600m west of West Stoney Keld (9.7 km).

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