Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLongstone on Longstone Downs

Longstone on Longstone Downs

England
List entry 1004343
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Longstone on Longstone Downs is a standing stone located in Cornwall, England. The monument dates to the Bronze Age and represents a significant example of the ritual and territorial markers erected across the Cornish landscape during prehistory. The stone stands as a solitary upright, characteristic of Bronze Age monumental practices, and forms part of the wider archaeological context of the Downs landscape. Such standing stones served functions ranging from territorial demarcation to ceremonial significance within Bronze Age communities.

Longstone on Longstone Downs is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004343. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Longstone on Longstone Downs?

Longstone on Longstone Downs is a standing stone located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004343.

Who is responsible for protecting Longstone on Longstone Downs?

Longstone on Longstone Downs 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 1004343.

What other scheduled monuments are near Longstone on Longstone Downs?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Part of a mining complex at South Polgooth Mine (6.3 km), Round called Castle Gotha (7.8 km), Chapel Well, Towan (7.9 km).

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