Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandNewry And MourneTwo standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb
PREHISTORIC · STANDING STONEPossible

Two standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb

Newry And Mourne, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 8648
Period
PREHISTORIC
Site type
STANDING STONEPossible
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Two standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb, is a prehistoric monument located in the Newry and Mourne district of Northern Ireland. The site comprises two upright stones whose original function remains uncertain, though the designation suggests they may represent the surviving elements of a megalithic tomb structure, likely dating to the Neolithic or Early Bronze Age. The precise architectural form and chronology of the monument require archaeological investigation to establish its definitive character and period of construction. This site is recorded in the Northern Ireland Sites and Monuments Record under reference HED NI NISMR MonID 8648.

Two standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 8648. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb?

Two standing stones, possibly megalithic tomb, is a prehistoric monument located in the Newry and Mourne district of Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 8648.

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

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

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

Two 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 8648.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Souterrain & ?cashel (5.4 km), Carrigakill. court tomb (5.9 km), Court tomb (6.2 km).

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