Scheduled MonumentsScotlandWallace's Stone,cross-incised stone
Cross-incised stone

Wallace's Stone,cross-incised stone

Scotland
HES SM5786
Site type
Cross-incised stone
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wallace's Stone is a cross-incised stone located in Ayrshire, Scotland, and forms part of the recorded archaeological heritage of the region. The stone bears an incised cross, a motif characteristic of early medieval carved stones found throughout Scotland, though the precise dating and original context of this particular example remain matters for specialist interpretation. Cross-incised stones of this type are generally associated with early Christian activity and settlement patterns, and their presence often indicates sites of religious or ceremonial significance. The stone's current location and condition reflect its significance within the local landscape and its identification within the Canmore records of Scotland's heritage monuments.

Wallace's Stone,cross-incised stone is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5786. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wallace's Stone,cross-incised stone?

Wallace's Stone is a cross-incised stone located in Ayrshire, Scotland, and forms part of the recorded archaeological heritage of the region. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM5786.

Who is responsible for protecting Wallace's Stone,cross-incised stone?

Wallace's Stone,cross-incised stone is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM5786.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wallace's Stone,cross-incised stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Craigmuir Mote,dun (0.7 km), Brigend Castle (1.1 km), Alloway Kirk (1.5 km).

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