Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone called Tresvennack Pillar

Standing stone called Tresvennack Pillar

England
List entry 1004492
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Tresvennack Pillar is a standing stone located in Cornwall, England. The monument dates to the prehistoric period, likely erected during the Bronze Age or earlier. It stands as a notable example of the standing stones scattered across the Cornish landscape, which served various purposes including ritual, territorial, or commemorative functions within ancient communities. The stone remains an important archaeological record of prehistoric settlement and cultural practice in south-west England.

Standing stone called Tresvennack Pillar is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004492. View the official record →

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What is Standing stone called Tresvennack Pillar?

Tresvennack Pillar is a standing stone located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004492.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone called Tresvennack Pillar?

Standing stone called Tresvennack Pillar 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 1004492.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone called Tresvennack Pillar?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric entrance grave 900m north west of Tregiffian Farm (3.6 km), Bowl barrow 300m south west of the Merry Maidens Stone Circle (3.7 km), Boskenna Cross (3.9 km).

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