Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Golden Stone boundary marker, 250m north west of Edge House Farm

The Golden Stone boundary marker, 250m north west of Edge House Farm

England
List entry 1020192
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Golden Stone is a boundary marker located approximately 250 metres north west of Edge House Farm in Cheshire, England. The stone serves as evidence of medieval or early modern land division practices in the region, marking territorial boundaries that were significant to local landholding and administrative arrangements. Its precise dating and original function within the landscape remain subjects of archaeological interest, reflecting the varied methods by which communities marked and maintained property divisions across the English countryside.

The Golden Stone boundary marker, 250m north west of Edge House Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020192. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Golden Stone boundary marker, 250m north west of Edge House Farm?

The Golden Stone is a boundary marker located approximately 250 metres north west of Edge House Farm in Cheshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020192.

Who is responsible for protecting The Golden Stone boundary marker, 250m north west of Edge House Farm?

The Golden Stone boundary marker, 250m north west of Edge House Farm 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 1020192.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Golden Stone boundary marker, 250m north west of Edge House Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 230m west-south-west of Birtles Hall (3.1 km), Bowl barrow 200m north-east of Capesthorne Hall (5.1 km), Bowl barrow 450m south-east of Capesthorne Hall (5.3 km).

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