Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandMagherafeltStanding stone and burials
BRONZE AGE · STANDING STONE

Standing stone and burials

Magherafelt, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 12682
Period
BRONZE AGE
Site type
STANDING STONE
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Standing stone and burials is a Bronze Age standing stone located near Magherafelt in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. The monument consists of an upright stone associated with burial deposits from the Bronze Age, reflecting the ritual and funerary practices of prehistoric communities in the region. Standing stones of this period typically served as territorial markers or focal points for ceremonial activity, and the presence of burials suggests this site held particular significance for local populations. The site represents an important example of Bronze Age monumental culture in Ulster and contributes to understanding the distribution and function of such monuments across Ireland.

Standing stone and burials is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 12682. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing stone and burials?

Standing stone and burials is a Bronze Age standing stone located near Magherafelt in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 12682.

What period does Standing stone and burials date from?

Standing stone and burials dates from the bronze age period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone and burials?

Standing stone and burials is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Ni. The official designation reference is 12682.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone and burials?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bivallate rath (2 km), Rath (2.7 km), Rath (3.1 km).

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