Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone, 810m north-east of Whittondean Farm

Standing stone, 810m north-east of Whittondean Farm

England
List entry 1011290
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing stone, 810 metres north-east of Whittondean Farm, is a prehistoric monument located in Northumberland. The stone belongs to the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period, as evidenced by its classification as a standing stone or menhir, a monument type commonly erected during the later Neolithic or Bronze Age in northern Britain. The monument survives as an upright stone in the landscape, representing the material culture and ritual practices of prehistoric communities in this region. Such standing stones frequently marked territorial boundaries, ritual sites, or served commemorative functions within the prehistoric settlement patterns of Northumberland.

Standing stone, 810m north-east of Whittondean Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011290. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing stone, 810m north-east of Whittondean Farm?

Standing stone, 810 metres north-east of Whittondean Farm, is a prehistoric monument located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011290.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone, 810m north-east of Whittondean Farm?

Standing stone, 810m north-east of Whittondean 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 1011290.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone, 810m north-east of Whittondean Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn 320m WNW of Old Stell Crag (3.9 km), Simonside Cairn 670m west-north-west of Old Stell Crag (4.1 km), Bastle 150m south west of Morrelhirst (4.3 km).

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