Scheduled MonumentsScotlandStonefield, standing stone 250m SE of
Bronze Age · Standing stone

Stonefield, standing stone 250m SE of

Scotland
HES SM1585
Period
Bronze Age
Site type
Standing stone
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Stonefield is a Bronze Age standing stone located in Perthshire, Scotland, situated approximately 250 metres south-east of Stonefield itself. The monument dates to the Bronze Age and represents one of numerous upright stone markers distributed across the Scottish landscape during this prehistoric period. Standing stones of this type typically served ritual, territorial, or commemorative functions within Bronze Age communities, though the precise purpose of this particular example remains uncertain. The stone survives as a testament to the monumental practices of Bronze Age peoples in central Scotland.

Stonefield, standing stone 250m SE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1585. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stonefield, standing stone 250m SE of?

Stonefield is a Bronze Age standing stone located in Perthshire, Scotland, situated approximately 250 metres south-east of Stonefield itself. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM1585.

What period does Stonefield, standing stone 250m SE of date from?

Stonefield, standing stone 250m SE of dates from the bronze age period, and is classified as a standing stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Stonefield, standing stone 250m SE of?

Stonefield, standing stone 250m SE of is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM1585.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stonefield, standing stone 250m SE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Henge, 100m NNE of Smithy (6.3 km), Muthill, church and tower (8.1 km), Innerpeffray Collegiate Church (8.3 km).

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