Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone and cairn 490m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy

Standing stone and cairn 490m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy

England
List entry 1015929
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing stone and cairn 490m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy, is a prehistoric monument located on the island of Lundy off the coast of Devon. The site comprises a standing stone associated with a cairn, representing evidence of Bronze Age or earlier activity on the island. Such monuments are characteristic of ritual or funerary practices during the prehistoric period, though the exact date of construction and original function remain uncertain without detailed archaeological investigation. The monument's survival on Lundy contributes to the island's archaeological significance as a location with multiple prehistoric remains.

Standing stone and cairn 490m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015929. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing stone and cairn 490m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy?

Standing stone and cairn 490m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy, is a prehistoric monument located on the island of Lundy off the coast of Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015929.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone and cairn 490m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy?

Standing stone and cairn 490m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy 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 1015929.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone and cairn 490m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Montagu Steps (0.3 km), Standing stone 190m south of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy (0.3 km), Standing stone 200m west of St Helen's Church, Lundy (0.3 km).

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