Scheduled MonumentsWalesStanding Stone 290m S of Mabesgate
Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE113
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate is a prehistoric standing stone located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. The monument belongs to the standing stone tradition of the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods, a practice extending across Wales and the broader British Isles. Such stones typically served ritual, religious or funerary functions within prehistoric communities, though their precise ceremonial purpose remains subject to scholarly interpretation. The site is protected as a scheduled ancient monument under the Cadw designation system, recognising its archaeological significance and contribution to understanding prehistoric Welsh settlement and belief systems.

Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE113. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate?

Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate is a prehistoric standing stone located in Pembrokeshire, Wales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE113.

What period does Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate date from?

Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate 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 Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate?

Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate 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 PE113.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing Stone 290m S of Mabesgate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including West Blockhouse Fort (4.2 km), Little Castle Point Defended Enclosure (4.8 km), Chapel Bay Fort (4.9 km).

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