Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCraddock Moor stone alignment, centred 550m north-east of Sparretts Farm

Craddock Moor stone alignment, centred 550m north-east of Sparretts Farm

England
List entry 1009837
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Craddock Moor stone alignment is a Neolithic or Bronze Age monument located in Cornwall, comprising a linear arrangement of stones situated approximately 550 metres north-east of Sparretts Farm. The alignment represents a form of ritual or ceremonial monument characteristic of prehistoric Cornwall, where such stone rows and alignments are frequently distributed across moorland landscapes. The precise dating and original function of the alignment remain subjects of archaeological study, though similar monuments in the region are typically attributed to the later Neolithic period through to the Bronze Age. The site survives as a scheduled ancient monument and forms part of the broader archaeological landscape of Cornish prehistoric ritual activity.

Craddock Moor stone alignment, centred 550m north-east of Sparretts Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009837. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Craddock Moor stone alignment, centred 550m north-east of Sparretts Farm?

Craddock Moor stone alignment is a Neolithic or Bronze Age monument located in Cornwall, comprising a linear arrangement of stones situated approximately 550 metres north-east of Sparretts Farm. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009837.

Who is responsible for protecting Craddock Moor stone alignment, centred 550m north-east of Sparretts Farm?

Craddock Moor stone alignment, centred 550m north-east of Sparretts Farm 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 1009837.

What other scheduled monuments are near Craddock Moor stone alignment, centred 550m north-east of Sparretts Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Cleer's Well and cross (3.9 km), Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House (4 km), Medieval churchyard cross in St Cleer churchyard (4.1 km).

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