Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEdgerley Stone

Edgerley Stone

England
List entry 1020883
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Edgerley Stone is a standing stone located in Somerset, England. The monument dates to the prehistoric period, likely the Bronze Age or earlier, and represents part of the landscape of ritual and ceremonial activity characteristic of ancient Britain. The stone itself consists of a single upright block of stone that would have formed part of a wider system of monuments and markers across the Somerset landscape. Such standing stones served important functions within prehistoric communities, whether as territorial markers, meeting points, or elements within ceremonial complexes.

Edgerley Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020883. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Edgerley Stone?

Edgerley Stone is a standing stone located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020883.

Who is responsible for protecting Edgerley Stone?

Edgerley Stone 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 1020883.

What other scheduled monuments are near Edgerley Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Four round barrows on Muxworthy Ridge (3.2 km), Stone row N of Five Barrows Hill (3.5 km), Round barrow 100yds (90m) NE of Five Cross Way (3.7 km).

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