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Great Oone's Hole is a natural limestone cave in Somerset with evidence of human occupation extending back to prehistoric times. The cave has yielded archaeological finds indicating use during the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods, establishing it as a site of sustained archaeological importance in the regional record. Its significance lies in the material culture recovered from its deposits, which contributes to understanding patterns of settlement and resource use in Somerset during these early prehistoric periods. The site remains an important reference point for Quaternary archaeology and the study of human activity in the Mendip region.
Great Oone's Hole is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010906. View the official record →
Great Oone's Hole is a natural limestone cave in Somerset with evidence of human occupation extending back to prehistoric times. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010906.
Great Oone's Hole 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 1010906.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British settlement on Stoke Moor (5 km), Duck decoy east of Barrow Wood Lane (5.5 km), Westbury village cross (6.1 km).
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