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Prehistoric · Standing Stone

Temple Druid Standing Stone

Pembrokeshire, Wales
Cadw SAM PE522
Period
Prehistoric
Site type
Standing Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Temple Druid Standing Stone is a prehistoric standing stone located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, and forms part of the archaeological record of ritual and ceremonial monuments in the region. The stone dates to the Neolithic or Bronze Age period, reflecting the long tradition of monumental stone erection in prehistoric Britain associated with religious, ritual, and possibly funerary practices. As a standing stone, it represents a monument type widely distributed across Wales and the broader landscape, though individual examples often lack detailed archaeological documentation regarding their precise original context and function. The monument's designation under the Cadw heritage protection scheme acknowledges its significance as part of Pembrokeshire's prehistoric heritage.

Temple Druid Standing Stone is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference PE522. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Temple Druid Standing Stone?

Temple Druid Standing Stone is a prehistoric standing stone located in Pembrokeshire, Wales, and forms part of the archaeological record of ritual and ceremonial monuments in the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference PE522.

What period does Temple Druid Standing Stone date from?

Temple Druid Standing Stone dates from the prehistoric 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 Temple Druid Standing Stone?

Temple Druid Standing Stone is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is PE522.

What other scheduled monuments are near Temple Druid Standing Stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Llandre Entrenchment (6.9 km), Gelly Earthwork (7.6 km), Drim Camp (8.2 km).

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