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Nine Stones is a Bronze Age stone circle situated approximately 1.03 kilometres north-north-west of Bowhayland Farm in Cornwall, England. The monument comprises nine standing stones arranged in a roughly circular formation, typical of ceremonial and ritual complexes constructed during the Bronze Age period. Stone circles of this type are believed to have served communal functions within prehistoric societies, potentially related to astronomical observations, burial practices, or seasonal gatherings. The site remains a significant example of Bronze Age ritual architecture in Cornwall and is designated as a scheduled ancient monument under national heritage protection.
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 →
Nine Stones is a Bronze Age stone circle situated approximately 1.03 kilometres north-north-west of Bowhayland Farm in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008631.
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.
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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