Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandLimavadyStone circle/ remains of megalith
PREHISTORIC · STONE CIRCLE COMPLEX

Stone circle/ remains of megalith

Limavady, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 12617
Period
PREHISTORIC
Site type
STONE CIRCLE COMPLEX
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Stone circle remains at Limavady is a prehistoric megalithic monument complex located in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. The site consists of stone circle features dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period, representing part of the broader tradition of ritual and ceremonial stone monuments constructed across the Irish island during prehistory. The physical remains today reflect the fragmentary nature of many such monuments, with some stones displaced or removed over subsequent centuries. As a scheduled monument under the Historic Environment Divisions of Northern Ireland, the site retains archaeological significance for understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and ritual practices in this region.

Stone circle/ remains of megalith is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 12617. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stone circle/ remains of megalith?

Stone circle remains at Limavady is a prehistoric megalithic monument complex located in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 12617.

What period does Stone circle/ remains of megalith date from?

Stone circle/ remains of megalith dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a stone circle complex. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Stone circle/ remains of megalith?

Stone circle/ remains of megalith is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Ni. The official designation reference is 12617.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stone circle/ remains of megalith?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Five stone circles & alignments (1.1 km), Standing stone (1.9 km), Standing stone (2 km).

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