Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStone alignment north of Glasscombe Upper Plantation

Stone alignment north of Glasscombe Upper Plantation

England
List entry 1013037
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Stone alignment north of Glasscombe Upper Plantation is a Bronze Age monument located in Devon, England. The alignment consists of a row of standing stones arranged in linear formation, typical of ceremonial or territorial markers erected during the later prehistoric period. Such alignments are characteristic of Bronze Age ritual landscapes and may have served purposes connected to astronomical observation, processional routes, or the demarcation of sacred space. The site represents an important surviving example of Devon's Bronze Age monumental heritage, preserving evidence of prehistoric communities' investment in the constructed landscape.

Stone alignment north of Glasscombe Upper Plantation is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013037. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stone alignment north of Glasscombe Upper Plantation?

Stone alignment north of Glasscombe Upper Plantation is a Bronze Age monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013037.

Who is responsible for protecting Stone alignment north of Glasscombe Upper Plantation?

Stone alignment north of Glasscombe Upper Plantation 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 1013037.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stone alignment north of Glasscombe Upper Plantation?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3.5 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3.5 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3.5 km).

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