Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone 180m NNE of Skirsgill

Standing stone 180m NNE of Skirsgill

England
List entry 1007626
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing stone 180m NNE of Skirsgill is a Bronze Age or later monolithic monument located in Cumberland. The stone stands isolated in the landscape northeast of the settlement of Skirsgill and represents the tradition of erecting single standing stones, a practice common throughout prehistoric Britain, particularly during the Bronze Age. Such monuments may have served ritual, ceremonial, or commemorative functions within their contemporary communities, though the specific purpose of this particular stone remains undetermined. The monument survives as a testament to the prehistoric occupation and use of the Cumbrian landscape.

Standing stone 180m NNE of Skirsgill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007626. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing stone 180m NNE of Skirsgill?

Standing stone 180m NNE of Skirsgill is a Bronze Age or later monolithic monument located in Cumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007626.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone 180m NNE of Skirsgill?

Standing stone 180m NNE of Skirsgill 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 1007626.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone 180m NNE of Skirsgill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British settlement at Cragside Wood (7.4 km), Moated site and annexe east of Setterahpark Wood (7.5 km), Bridge over Heltondale Beck 550ft (170m) S of Widewath (7.9 km).

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