Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone 700m south east of North Barn Farm

Standing stone 700m south east of North Barn Farm

England
List entry 1002689
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing stone 700m south east of North Barn Farm is a prehistoric megalithic monument located in Dorset, England. The stone dates to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period, forming part of the wider landscape of standing stones and ritual monuments that characterise this region. As an isolated standing stone, it represents evidence of ceremonial or territorial significance during prehistory, though the precise original context and purpose remain uncertain. The monument survives as a substantial upright stone and constitutes an important element of Dorset's archaeological heritage from the early prehistoric era.

Standing stone 700m south east of North Barn Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002689. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing stone 700m south east of North Barn Farm?

Standing stone 700m south east of North Barn Farm is a prehistoric megalithic monument located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002689.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone 700m south east of North Barn Farm?

Standing stone 700m south east of North Barn Farm 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 1002689.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone 700m south east of North Barn Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Group of five round barrows on White Hill (5.2 km), Four bowl barrows 725m ESE of Wears Farm (5.2 km), Two round barrows on Wears Hill (5.4 km).

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