Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandFermanaghCrom cruaich. standing stone
PREHISTORIC · STANDING STONE

Crom cruaich. standing stone

Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 10530
Period
PREHISTORIC
Site type
STANDING STONE
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Crom Cruaich is a prehistoric standing stone located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. The monument stands as a notable example of Bronze Age or earlier megalithic tradition, reflecting the ritual and ceremonial practices of prehistoric communities in the region. The stone has been subject to various historical references and local traditions, though its precise original function remains a matter of archaeological interpretation. As a designated heritage monument, Crom Cruaich forms part of the important record of prehistoric stone monuments in Ulster and contributes to understanding of prehistoric settlement patterns and religious beliefs in the Irish landscape.

Crom cruaich. standing stone is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 10530. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Crom cruaich. standing stone?

Crom Cruaich is a prehistoric standing stone located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 10530.

What period does Crom cruaich. standing stone date from?

Crom cruaich. standing stone dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Crom cruaich. standing stone?

Crom cruaich. standing stone is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Ni. The official designation reference is 10530.

What other scheduled monuments are near Crom cruaich. standing stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cup-marked stone (4.2 km), Dual court tomb (4.4 km), Early christian monastic site, medieval church & graveyard (5.1 km).

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