Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Standing Stones 'Robin Hood' and 'Little John'

The Standing Stones 'Robin Hood' and 'Little John'

England
List entry 1006856
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Standing Stones 'Robin Hood' and 'Little John' is a pair of upright stone monoliths located in Northamptonshire. These stones are believed to date from the Bronze Age, though their precise chronology remains uncertain. The two stones stand as notable examples of prehistoric standing stone monuments in the East Midlands region. Their popular names, derived from the legendary outlaw, reflect later folk tradition rather than contemporary historical association, and their original purpose and significance remain subjects of archaeological investigation.

The Standing Stones 'Robin Hood' and 'Little John' is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006856. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Standing Stones 'Robin Hood' and 'Little John'?

The Standing Stones 'Robin Hood' and 'Little John' is a pair of upright stone monoliths located in Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006856.

Who is responsible for protecting The Standing Stones 'Robin Hood' and 'Little John'?

The Standing Stones 'Robin Hood' and 'Little John' 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 1006856.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Standing Stones 'Robin Hood' and 'Little John'?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow cemetery 330m east of Linden Lea (2.4 km), Settlement SE of Orton Waterville (3.6 km), Roman barrow 380m north of Hill Farm (3.9 km).

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