Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHampton stone circle

Hampton stone circle

England
List entry 1002694
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hampton stone circle is a Bronze Age monument located in Dorset, England. The circle comprises a ring of standing stones positioned on open heathland, reflecting the ceremonial and ritual practices of prehistoric communities in southern Britain during the Bronze Age period. The monument's precise dating and the number of surviving stones are matters of archaeological record, though like many such circles it has experienced degradation and loss over the centuries. Hampton stone circle represents an important example of the megalithic traditions that characterised Dorset's Bronze Age landscape, contributing to our understanding of prehistoric settlement patterns and ceremonial activity in the region.

Hampton stone circle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002694. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hampton stone circle?

Hampton stone circle is a Bronze Age monument located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002694.

Who is responsible for protecting Hampton stone circle?

Hampton 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 1002694.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hampton stone circle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow E of The Buildings (2.1 km), Two fishponds in Oddens Wood (2.3 km), St Peter's Abbey (2.4 km).

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