Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLanacombe 5: a stone alignment on the south east side of Lanacombe

Lanacombe 5: a stone alignment on the south east side of Lanacombe

England
List entry 1014277
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Lanacombe 5 is a stone alignment situated on the south east side of Lanacombe in Somerset. The monument consists of stones arranged in linear formation, characteristic of Neolithic or Bronze Age ritual and ceremonial practice in south west England. Such alignments typically served functions connected to astronomical observation, territorial demarcation, or processional routes during prehistoric periods. The site remains an important record of early monumental construction in the Somerset landscape.

Lanacombe 5: a stone alignment on the south east side of Lanacombe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014277. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Lanacombe 5: a stone alignment on the south east side of Lanacombe?

Lanacombe 5 is a stone alignment situated on the south east side of Lanacombe in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014277.

Who is responsible for protecting Lanacombe 5: a stone alignment on the south east side of Lanacombe?

Lanacombe 5: a stone alignment on the south east 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 1014277.

What other scheduled monuments are near Lanacombe 5: a stone alignment on the south east side of Lanacombe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cow Castle (5.4 km), Setta Barrow and three round barrows to the south (7 km), 'Two Barrows', group of barrows (Hangley Cleave) See also DEVON 894 (7.1 km).

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