Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNorth Stoke henge and ring ditch site

North Stoke henge and ring ditch site

England
List entry 1006335
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

North Stoke henge and ring ditch site is a Neolithic monument complex located near the village of North Stoke in Oxfordshire. The site comprises a henge structure and associated ring ditch, forming part of the ceremonial landscape of the Thames Valley dating to the Neolithic period. The henge monument itself consists of a circular earthwork defined by a bank and ditch, characteristic of ritual sites constructed during the third millennium before Christ. The ring ditch represents evidence of domestic or ceremonial activity contemporary with or preceding the henge construction, reflecting patterns of settlement and ritual practice in this riverine region during prehistoric times.

North Stoke henge and ring ditch site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006335. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is North Stoke henge and ring ditch site?

North Stoke henge and ring ditch site is a Neolithic monument complex located near the village of North Stoke in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006335.

Who is responsible for protecting North Stoke henge and ring ditch site?

North Stoke henge and ring ditch site 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 1006335.

What other scheduled monuments are near North Stoke henge and ring ditch site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dovecote at Manor Farm, South Stoke (2 km), Wallingford Bridge (4.2 km), Saxon town (4.3 km).

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