What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Arran, Machrie Moor 3 as Stone Circle (neolithic) - (bronze Age). The official map says its point is accurate as follows: NGR given to the nearest 1m. The record does not by itself mean that the public may enter the place.
Probably dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age, this standing stone was likely part of a ritual or ceremonial landscape. Such stones often had astronomical, social, or spiritual significance, though specific folklore or use remains unrecorded.
The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.
Places near here
Machrie Moor Stone Circle 3Archaeological place · 6 yd
Machrie Moor Stone Circle 4Heritage attraction · 109 yd
Arran, Machrie Moor 4Cist (prehistoric), Human Remains (prehistoric), Stone Circle (neolithic) - (bronze Age), Awl (bronze)(prehistoric), Flake (flint)(prehistoric), Food Vessel (pottery)(bronze Age) · 111 yd
Welcome to Machrie MoorVisitor information · 120 yd
Arran, Moss FarmFarmstead (19th Century) - (20th Century), Horse Engine Platform (19th Century) - (20th Century) · 129 yd
Fingal’s Cauldron SeatHeritage attraction · 178 yd
Arran, BurnbankFarmstead (post Medieval) · 1385 yd
King's CaveCave · 1.9 mi
Uamh BhristeCave · 2.1 mi
Cnoc a' Choire MhòirMountain / peak · 2.3 mi
The DoonMountain / peak · 2.5 mi
Arran, BlackwaterfootNo Class (event) (21st Century) · 2.6 miOther information
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