MSO11544 - Possible prehistoric standing stones on Porlock Allotment (Monument)
Summary
Two recumbant stones noted in 1975 were thought to be associated with Porlock Stone Circle; however, only one (thought to be part of the cairn structure and not a standing stone) could be identified in 1990.
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Two stones, both recumbent, to the northeast of the stone circle (MSO7898) and possibly connected with it. [1] There is one stone on the margin of the cairn (MSO7926), 1.2 feet high, 1.7 feet long and 0.6 feet wide. [2] Recumbent stones could not be identified in 1990. The upright stone is probably part of the cairn structure. [4]
Sources/Archives (5)
- <1> SMO5308 Verbal communication: Various. Various. Oral Information. R McDonnell, CRAAGS, 31 October 1975.
- <2> SSO1204 Article in serial: Gray, H.St.G. 1928. The Porlock stone circle, Exmoor. Proceedings of the Somerset Archaeology and Natural History Society. 74. 75.
- <3> SSO1175 Article in serial: Fowler, MJ. 1988. The Standing Stones of Exmoor. Proceedings of the Somerset Archaeological and Natural History Society. 132. 1-13 (Porlock 10).
- <4> SSO1877 Monograph: RCHME . 1992. Lithic Monuments within the Exmoor National Park. SS 84 SW132, 62.
- <5> SSO1856 Map: RCHME. 1989. 1:500.
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Other Statuses/References
- Local List Status (No)
- National Park: Exmoor National Park
- Site of Special Scientific Interest
- Somerset SMR PRN: 33939
Location
| Grid reference | SS 8453 4469 (point) Estimated from sources |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SS84SW |
| Civil Parish | PORLOCK, WEST SOMERSET, SOMERSET |
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Jul 12 2021 9:17PM
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