Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone known as the Long Stone, 180m north of Halvanance Farm

Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 180m north of Halvanance Farm

England
List entry 1006749
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Long Stone is a standing stone located near Halvanance Farm in Cornwall, England, and represents an example of prehistoric monumental culture in the region. The stone stands as a surviving upright monument, likely dating to the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period, though precise dating remains uncertain without archaeological investigation. Such standing stones served various purposes in prehistoric societies, potentially functioning as boundary markers, ritual sites, or commemorative monuments. The Long Stone's survival into the modern period, despite centuries of agricultural activity across the Cornish landscape, testifies to its substantial construction and historical significance as a prehistoric landmark.

Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 180m north of Halvanance Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006749. View the official record →

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What is Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 180m north of Halvanance Farm?

The Long Stone is a standing stone located near Halvanance Farm in Cornwall, England, and represents an example of prehistoric monumental culture in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006749.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 180m north of Halvanance Farm?

Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 180m north of Halvanance 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 1006749.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 180m north of Halvanance Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round 260m south of Tenament Farm (7 km), Wheal Trewavas copper mine 310m south of Trewavas (7.8 km), Two wayside crosses, south and east of Bonallack Barton (7.9 km).

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