Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanding stone on Ackland's Moor 170m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy

Standing stone on Ackland's Moor 170m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy

England
List entry 1015926
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Standing stone on Ackland's Moor 170m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy is a Bronze Age monolith located on the island of Lundy off the coast of north Devon. The stone stands as a marker of prehistoric activity on the island and represents the ritual and territorial practices of Bronze Age communities in the south-west peninsula. The monument's exact dimensions and current condition are subject to archaeological record, though standing stones of this type typically served ceremonial, funerary, or territorial functions within their Bronze Age landscape. The stone's isolated location on Ackland's Moor reflects the broader pattern of Bronze Age monument distribution across Lundy's moorland terrain.

Standing stone on Ackland's Moor 170m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015926. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Standing stone on Ackland's Moor 170m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy?

Standing stone on Ackland's Moor 170m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy is a Bronze Age monolith located on the island of Lundy off the coast of north Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015926.

Who is responsible for protecting Standing stone on Ackland's Moor 170m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy?

Standing stone on Ackland's Moor 170m north east 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 1015926.

What other scheduled monuments are near Standing stone on Ackland's Moor 170m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing stone 100m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy (0.1 km), The Old Lighthouse, Lundy (0.2 km), Chapel remains, cemetery and prehistoric settlement on Beacon Hill, Lundy (0.2 km).

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