Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandFermanaghThree standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb
PREHISTORIC · MEGALITHIC TOMBPossible

Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb

Fermanagh, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 9641
Period
PREHISTORIC
Site type
MEGALITHIC TOMBPossible
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb, is a prehistoric megalithic monument located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. The site consists of three upright stone slabs whose original purpose remains uncertain, though their megalithic character and configuration suggest possible association with a chambered burial monument of Neolithic or Early Bronze Age date. The stones reflect the tradition of monumental stone construction prevalent in Ulster during the fourth and third millennia before the present, a period when such megalithic structures served both funerary and communal functions. The site's archaeological significance lies in its contribution to understanding the distribution and variety of megalithic building practices across the region, though its specific dating and original structural form remain subjects for further investigation.

Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 9641. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb?

Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb, is a prehistoric megalithic monument located in County Fermanagh, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 9641.

What period does Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb date from?

Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb dates from the prehistoric period, and is classified as a megalithic tombpossible. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb?

Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb 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 9641.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Skaghlea cairn. court tomb (0.9 km), Giant's grave. wedge tomb? (1.2 km), Sweat house (3.4 km).

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