Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone 350yds (320m) SE of Whitcott Keysett

Standing stone 350yds (320m) SE of Whitcott Keysett

England
List entry 1006283
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing stone 350 yards south-east of Whitcott Keysett is a prehistoric monument located in Shropshire. The stone forms part of the archaeological landscape of the Welsh borderland and dates to the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period. As a standing stone, it represents one of a class of monuments that were erected across Britain during the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods, though the precise dating and original function of this particular example remain uncertain. The monument is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1006283, indicating its recognition as a site of archaeological and historical importance.

Standing stone 350yds (320m) SE of Whitcott Keysett is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006283. View the official record →

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What is Standing stone 350yds (320m) SE of Whitcott Keysett?

Standing stone 350 yards south-east of Whitcott Keysett is a prehistoric monument located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006283.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone 350yds (320m) SE of Whitcott Keysett?

Standing stone 350yds (320m) SE of Whitcott Keysett 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 1006283.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone 350yds (320m) SE of Whitcott Keysett?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Offa's Dyke: section 890m north west and 320m west of Little Selley (5.3 km), Offa's Dyke: section 400m north and 170m east of Selley Hall (5.8 km), Offa's Dyke: section 90m south of Brynorgan (6.1 km).

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