Scheduled MonumentsEnglandExe Plain stone alignment 425m north east of the sheepfold

Exe Plain stone alignment 425m north east of the sheepfold

England
List entry 1014262
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Exe Plain stone alignment is a prehistoric monument located approximately 425 metres north-east of the sheepfold on Exe Plain in Somerset. The alignment consists of stones arranged in a linear formation, characteristic of Neolithic or Bronze Age ritual and ceremonial practice. Such alignments typically served functions related to astronomical observation, territorial demarcation, or ceremonial procession routes, though the precise original purpose remains unclear. The monument is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1014262 and represents an important survival of early prehistoric monumental activity in the Somerset landscape.

Exe Plain stone alignment 425m north east of the sheepfold is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014262. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Exe Plain stone alignment 425m north east of the sheepfold?

Exe Plain stone alignment is a prehistoric monument located approximately 425 metres north-east of the sheepfold on Exe Plain in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014262.

Who is responsible for protecting Exe Plain stone alignment 425m north east of the sheepfold?

Exe Plain stone alignment 425m north east of the sheepfold 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 1014262.

What other scheduled monuments are near Exe Plain stone alignment 425m north east of the sheepfold?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow on South Regis Common (4.5 km), Halscombe stone setting 790m SSW of Simonsbath Bridge (4.8 km), Round barrow 200ft (60m) NW of Setta Barrow, Bray Common (5.1 km).

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