Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone at Ginclough 400m WSW of Gin Clough Farm

Standing stone at Ginclough 400m WSW of Gin Clough Farm

England
List entry 1013480
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing stone at Ginclough 400m WSW of Gin Clough Farm is a prehistoric monument located in Cheshire, England. The stone represents evidence of ritual or territorial activity during the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period, when such standing stones were erected across the British landscape for purposes that likely combined ceremonial, funerary, and boundary-marking functions. The monument survives as a substantial upright stone in the landscape, contributing to the archaeological record of prehistoric activity in the region. Its formal designation by Historic England reflects its significance as a protected ancient monument worthy of preservation.

Standing stone at Ginclough 400m WSW of Gin Clough Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013480. View the official record →

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What is Standing stone at Ginclough 400m WSW of Gin Clough Farm?

Standing stone at Ginclough 400m WSW of Gin Clough Farm is a prehistoric monument located in Cheshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013480.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone at Ginclough 400m WSW of Gin Clough Farm?

Standing stone at Ginclough 400m WSW of Gin Clough 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 1013480.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone at Ginclough 400m WSW of Gin Clough Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow in Lavenham Close, Tytherington (4.4 km), Deerpound on Toot Hill (4.6 km), Bowl barrow on Toot Hill (4.7 km).

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