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The Great Britain Guide

Archaeological sites · London

London Stone

In or near City of London.

London Stone — archaeological in england london. Operated by Historic England.

London Stone, archaeological sites in London

Robert Lamb — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence

Plan your visit

Typical visit
45 min–1.5 h
Nearest railway station
Cannon Street · 0.1 km

About

London Stone is a archaeological located in england london. Operated by Historic England. A British archaeological site recorded in OpenStreetMap with at least one heritage quality signal (Wikidata link, Wikipedia article or designated operator).

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Place summary

London Stone is an archaeological site located in the City of London. It is a historic stone that has been associated with various legends and historical events throughout the centuries. The site is significant for its connection to the Roman and medieval periods, reflecting the city's long and complex history. London Stone is often regarded as a symbol of the city itself.

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Coordinates
51.5116, -0.0895
Parish
City of London, unparished area
Postcode
EC4N 5AD
Parliamentary constituency
Cities of London and Westminster
Established
1100
Nearest railway station
Cannon Street0.1 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is London Stone?
London Stone is in London, United Kingdom (postcode EC4N 5AD), in the parish of City of London, unparished area.
What is London Stone?
London Stone — archaeological in england london. Operated by Historic England.
How do I get to London Stone?
The nearest railway station is Cannon Street, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can use postcode EC4N 5AD.
When was London Stone built?
Built or established in 1100.
How do I get to London Stone?
The nearest railway station is Cannon Street, about 0.1 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode EC4N 5AD.