Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSpinster's Rock

Spinster's Rock

England
List entry 1003177
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Spinster's Rock is a Neolithic dolmen or portal tomb located near Drewsteignton in Devon, England. The monument consists of three upright stone slabs supporting a large capstone, characteristic of megalithic burial structures dating to the Neolithic period, approximately 3500 to 2500 BCE. The site represents an important example of Portal tomb architecture in the Southwest of England, a burial tradition associated with early farming communities. The monument has been subject to restoration work in the nineteenth century, including the realignment of displaced stones.

Spinster's Rock is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003177. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Spinster's Rock?

Spinster's Rock is a Neolithic dolmen or portal tomb located near Drewsteignton in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003177.

Who is responsible for protecting Spinster's Rock?

Spinster's Rock 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 1003177.

What other scheduled monuments are near Spinster's Rock?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tor cairn 50m north east of Hookney Tor (9.5 km), Enclosed prehistoric settlement 150m south east of Hookney Tor (9.6 km), Cairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound (9.6 km).

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