Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLanacombe 4: a stone setting on the ENE side of Lanacombe

Lanacombe 4: a stone setting on the ENE side of Lanacombe

England
List entry 1014276
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Lanacombe 4 is a stone setting located on the east-north-east side of Lanacombe in Somerset. The monument dates to the prehistoric period, representing a form of ritual or ceremonial arrangement typical of Bronze Age or earlier activity in the region. Stone settings of this type are understood to have held significance for Bronze Age communities, though the precise function of this particular example remains subject to archaeological interpretation. The site is recorded within the National Heritage List for England under entry 1014276.

Lanacombe 4: a stone setting on the ENE side of Lanacombe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014276. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lanacombe 4: a stone setting on the ENE side of Lanacombe?

Lanacombe 4 is a stone setting located on the east-north-east side of Lanacombe in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014276.

Who is responsible for protecting Lanacombe 4: a stone setting on the ENE side of Lanacombe?

Lanacombe 4: a stone setting on the ENE side of Lanacombe 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 1014276.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lanacombe 4: a stone setting on the ENE side of Lanacombe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cow Castle (5.8 km), Landacre Bridge (7.6 km), 'Two Barrows', group of barrows (Hangley Cleave) See also DEVON 894 (7.9 km).

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