Archaeological sites · North East England
Cup and ring mark (stone)
In or near Alnwick town walls.
Cup and ring mark (stone) — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Lionheart · 7.1 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Cup and ring mark (stone) is a archaeological located in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: River Coquet and Coquet Valley Woodlands SSSI
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Northumberland Shore SSSI
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Northumberland Coast
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
The Cup and ring mark is an archaeological feature located in the Scottish Lowlands. These ancient carvings, found on stone surfaces, are believed to date back to the Neolithic period. They are notable for their distinctive circular and linear designs, providing insight into prehistoric art and ritual practices.
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- Coordinates
- 55.3909, -1.7974
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Edlingham
- Postcode
- NE66 2BG
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
- Nearest railway station
- Lionheart — 7.1 km
Sources
- osm: node/11638241565 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cup and ring mark (stone)?
- Cup and ring mark (stone) is in the Scottish Lowlands, United Kingdom (postcode NE66 2BG), in the parish of Edlingham.
- What is Cup and ring mark (stone)?
- Cup and ring mark (stone) — a archaeological in scotland-lowlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Cup and ring mark (stone)?
- The nearest railway station is Lionheart, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode NE66 2BG.
- Is Cup and ring mark (stone) a protected site?
- Yes — Cup and ring mark (stone) is part of the River Coquet and Coquet Valley Woodlands SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest and the Northumberland Shore SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Cup and ring mark (stone) free to visit?
- Yes, Cup and ring mark (stone) is free to enter.
- How do I get to Cup and ring mark (stone)?
- The nearest railway station is Lionheart, about 7.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode NE66 2BG.