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Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Sampson Cross Standing Stone

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE345
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sampson Cross Standing Stone is a prehistoric standing stone located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, and forms part of the archaeological landscape associated with ritual and funerary practices of early Welsh communities. The monument consists of a substantial upright stone that reflects the tradition of megalithic monument construction characteristic of the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods in Wales. Standing stones of this type served multiple functions within prehistoric societies, including territorial markers, ritual focal points, and potential associations with burial practices or ceremonial gathering places. The site's designation as a Cadw monument reflects its archaeological and cultural significance as evidence of early settlement patterns and religious observance in medieval Pembrokeshire.

Sampson Cross Standing Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE345. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sampson Cross Standing Stone?

Sampson Cross Standing Stone is a prehistoric standing stone located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, and forms part of the archaeological landscape associated with ritual and funerary practices of early Welsh communities. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE345.

What period does Sampson Cross Standing Stone date from?

Sampson Cross Standing Stone dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Sampson Cross Standing Stone?

Sampson Cross Standing Stone is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is PE345.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sampson Cross Standing Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stackpole Farm Standing Stone (0.8 km), Fishpond Camp (1.8 km), Stackpole Warren Hut Group (2.3 km).

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