Cuckoo Stone, Prehistoric standing stone in Durrington, England.
The Cuckoo Stone is a large sarsen that now lies on its side in a field near Woodhenge. It measures several meters in length and shows traces of its former life as an upright standing stone in this ancient landscape.
The stone originally stood upright in its location before it eventually fell or was deliberately laid down. Excavations revealed that wooden posts had stood at the same spot before its installation, pointing to much earlier activity.
The stone was part of a sacred landscape where people cremated and buried their dead nearby. These burial practices show it held meaning for funeral ceremonies and spiritual rituals.
You can reach the stone by following a walking path from the Woodhenge car park in the area. The site sits in an open field, so good weather and proper footwear make for a more comfortable visit.
During Roman times, settlers built a rectangular shrine structure next to the stone, showing that the site kept its religious importance across many centuries. These later structures prove the location was valued as meaningful far longer than previously thought.
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