Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLong Chains Combe South: two standing stones 380m south west of the sheepfold

Long Chains Combe South: two standing stones 380m south west of the sheepfold

England
List entry 1014279
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Long Chains Combe South is a Bronze Age standing stone monument located in Somerset. The site comprises two upright stones positioned approximately 380 metres south-west of a sheepfold in the Long Chains Combe locality. Such paired standing stones typically date to the Bronze Age, when similar monuments were erected across the South West of England, though the precise chronology and original function of these particular stones remain subjects of archaeological study. The monument is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under designation reference 1014279.

Long Chains Combe South: two standing stones 380m south west of the sheepfold is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014279. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Long Chains Combe South: two standing stones 380m south west of the sheepfold?

Long Chains Combe South is a Bronze Age standing stone monument located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014279.

Who is responsible for protecting Long Chains Combe South: two standing stones 380m south west of the sheepfold?

Long Chains Combe South: two standing stones 380m south west of the sheepfold 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 1014279.

What other scheduled monuments are near Long Chains Combe South: two standing stones 380m south west of the sheepfold?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 200ft (60m) NW of Setta Barrow, Bray Common (4.4 km), Setta Barrow and three round barrows to the south (4.4 km), Halscombe stone setting 790m SSW of Simonsbath Bridge (4.6 km).

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