The Goatstones, Bronze Age stone circle near Ravensheugh Crags, England.
The Goatstones consists of four stones arranged in a square formation, measuring 4 meters across, with heights varying from 0.4 to 0.8 meters.
This stone circle dates from 2400 to 1000 BC, positioned 2.5 miles north of Hadrian's Wall in the parish of Wark-on-Tyne, Northumberland.
The name originates from Saxon terminology 'gyet stanes', indicating wayside stones, while the structure contains 13 cup marks on its smallest stone.
The archaeological site maintains protected status under the Ancient Monuments Act of 1979, requiring permits for any modifications or research activities.
Among England's 22 four-poster stone circles, this monument stands as the only example featuring prehistoric cup mark engravings on its structure.
Location: Wark
GPS coordinates: 55.06660,-2.26876
Latest update: March 6, 2025 16:02
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