Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSocket stone at Turkdean Manor

Socket stone at Turkdean Manor

England
List entry 1015597
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Socket stone at Turkdean Manor is a prehistoric standing stone located in Gloucestershire. The monument consists of a stone with a socket or cavity worked into its upper surface, a feature that suggests its use in a prehistoric ritual or ceremonial context, though the precise function remains uncertain. It dates to the prehistoric period, likely the Neolithic or Bronze Age, and represents one of the varied forms of monumental stone working found in the Cotswolds region during these early periods. The stone's survival at Turkdean Manor preserves evidence of prehistoric settlement or activity in the area.

Socket stone at Turkdean Manor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015597. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Socket stone at Turkdean Manor?

Socket stone at Turkdean Manor is a prehistoric standing stone located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015597.

Who is responsible for protecting Socket stone at Turkdean Manor?

Socket stone at Turkdean Manor 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 1015597.

What other scheduled monuments are near Socket stone at Turkdean Manor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Crickley long barrow (5.9 km), Wood Barrow long barrow 280yds (260m) N of Listercombe Bottom (6.7 km), Listercombe Bottom Roman villa (7 km).

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