Natural landmarks · East Midlands
Hern Stones
In or near Old Glossop.
Hern Stones — a other in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
Neil Theasby — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Manor Station · 5.2 km
- Free entry
- Family-friendly
- Dog-friendly
About
Hern Stones is a other located in england-east-midlands, 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: Dark Peak SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Hern Stones is a prehistoric stone circle located in the East Midlands. This ancient monument consists of a series of standing stones, notable for its archaeological significance. It is a designated Scheduled Monument, reflecting its importance in understanding the region's prehistoric past.
AI-generated from the structured facts on this page (operator, designation, listing, era). Not a substitute for visiting.
- Coordinates
- 53.4549, -1.8625
- Nearest railway station
- Manor Station — 5.2 km
Sources
- osm: node/2352835010 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Hern Stones?
- Hern Stones is in the East Midlands, United Kingdom.
- What is Hern Stones?
- Hern Stones — a other in england-east-midlands, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Hern Stones?
- The nearest railway station is Manor Station, about 5.2 km away. Its coordinates are 53.4549°, -1.8625°.
- Is Hern Stones a protected site?
- Yes — Hern Stones is part of the Dark Peak SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Hern Stones free to visit?
- Yes, Hern Stones is free to enter.
- How do I get to Hern Stones?
- The nearest railway station is Manor Station, about 5.2 km away.