Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone 220m south of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy

Standing stone 220m south of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy

England
List entry 1015927
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing stone 220m south of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy is a Bronze Age monolith situated on the island of Lundy off the north Devon coast. The stone stands as a testament to prehistoric ritual or territorial practices, typical of monuments erected during the Bronze Age period when such megaliths served ceremonial or commemorative functions across the British landscape. Its isolated position on Lundy reflects the settlement and spiritual significance of the island during antiquity, when communities maintained regular occupation and engagement with these remote locations.

Standing stone 220m south of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015927. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing stone 220m south of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy?

Standing stone 220m south of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy is a Bronze Age monolith situated on the island of Lundy off the north Devon coast. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015927.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone 220m south of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy?

Standing stone 220m south of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy 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 1015927.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone 220m south of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bull's Paradise and Giants Graves; a settlement and burial ground on Lundy (0.5 km), Standing stone 100m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy (0.6 km), Chapel remains, cemetery and prehistoric settlement on Beacon Hill, Lundy (0.7 km).

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