Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNine Stones stone circle 1.03km NNW of Bowhayland Farm

Nine Stones stone circle 1.03km NNW of Bowhayland Farm

England
List entry 1008631
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Nine Stones is a Bronze Age stone circle located near Bowhayland Farm in Cornwall, England. The monument comprises nine upright stones arranged in a roughly circular formation, typical of the ritual and ceremonial monuments constructed during the Bronze Age. Stone circles of this type are distributed across southwest England and represent significant evidence of prehistoric social organization and religious practice. The site is protected as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its archaeological importance to understanding Bronze Age settlement patterns and ritual activity in Cornwall.

Nine Stones stone circle 1.03km NNW of Bowhayland Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008631. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Nine Stones stone circle 1.03km NNW of Bowhayland Farm?

Nine Stones is a Bronze Age stone circle located near Bowhayland Farm in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008631.

Who is responsible for protecting Nine Stones stone circle 1.03km NNW of Bowhayland Farm?

Nine Stones stone circle 1.03km NNW of Bowhayland Farm 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 1008631.

What other scheduled monuments are near Nine Stones stone circle 1.03km NNW of Bowhayland Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Platform cairn with outer bank 825m NNW of Higher Draynes Farm (8.4 km), Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit (8.7 km), Hut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm (9.1 km).

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