Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGrey Yauds stone circle

Grey Yauds stone circle

England
List entry 1007233
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Grey Yauds stone circle is a prehistoric ceremonial monument located in Cumberland, England. The circle comprises a ring of standing stones arranged in a roughly circular formation, characteristic of Bronze Age ritual landscapes in northern Britain. Like many stone circles of its period, it likely served functions connected to ceremonial gatherings, astronomical observation, or burial practices during the Bronze Age, though precise dating and original purposes remain matters of archaeological interpretation. The monument survives as a significant archaeological record of prehistoric settlement and religious practice in the Lake District region.

Grey Yauds stone circle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007233. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Grey Yauds stone circle?

Grey Yauds stone circle is a prehistoric ceremonial monument located in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007233.

Who is responsible for protecting Grey Yauds stone circle?

Grey Yauds stone circle 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 1007233.

What other scheduled monuments are near Grey Yauds stone circle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Broomrigg P: shieling in Broomrigg Plantation, 775m south east of Street House (2.1 km), Broomrigg I: standing stone in Broomrigg Plantation, 920m south east of Street House (2.1 km), Broomrigg D: small stone circle in Broomrigg Plantation, 760m north west of Far Shields (2.1 km).

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