Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone known as the Long Stone, 200m north east of Tremenheere

Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 200m north east of Tremenheere

England
List entry 1006748
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Long Stone is a standing stone located approximately 200 metres north-east of Tremenheere in Cornwall. The monument dates to the prehistoric period, likely the Bronze Age or earlier, and represents one of the numerous upright stones that characterise the landscape of west Cornwall. The stone stands as a physical marker of ancient settlement and territorial organisation in the region, though its exact original purpose—whether as a boundary marker, ritual monument, or funerary indicator—remains uncertain. Like many Cornish standing stones, it has endured for millennia as evidence of the prehistoric communities who shaped the landscape.

Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 200m north east of Tremenheere is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006748. View the official record →

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What is Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 200m north east of Tremenheere?

The Long Stone is a standing stone located approximately 200 metres north-east of Tremenheere in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006748.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 200m north east of Tremenheere?

Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 200m north east of Tremenheere 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 1006748.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone known as the Long Stone, 200m north east of Tremenheere?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Promontory fort at Chynalls Point (3.7 km), Bowl barrow 85m north west of Arrowan Vean (4.2 km), Bowl barrow 165m ESE of The Barrow (4.5 km).

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