Archaeological sites · North East England
Nine Standards Rigg
In or near Helbeck.
Nine Standards Rigg — archaeological in england north west. Elevation: 662 m.
Karl and Ali — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Kirkby Stephen East · 5.7 km
About
Nine Standards Rigg is a archaeological located in england north west. Elevation: 662 m. 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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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: North Pennines
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Nine Standards Rigg is an archaeological site located in North-West England. It features a series of stone cairns, known as the Nine Standards, which are believed to date back to the prehistoric era. The site is situated on a prominent ridge, offering views of the surrounding landscape. It holds significance in understanding the region's ancient practices and cultural heritage.
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- Coordinates
- 54.4541, -2.2716
- Nearest railway station
- Kirkby Stephen East — 5.7 km
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Nine Standards Rigg?
- Nine Standards Rigg is in North-West England, United Kingdom.
- What is Nine Standards Rigg?
- Nine Standards Rigg — archaeological in england north west. Elevation: 662 m.
- How do I get to Nine Standards Rigg?
- The nearest railway station is Kirkby Stephen East, about 5.7 km away. Its coordinates are 54.4541°, -2.2716°.
- Is Nine Standards Rigg a protected site?
- Yes — Nine Standards Rigg is part of the North Pennines National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Nine Standards Rigg?
- The nearest railway station is Kirkby Stephen East, about 5.7 km away.