Standing stone in Keernaun

Situated on top of a low rise in undulating pastureland. This large tapering slightly rounded limestone slab (H 1.85m; base Wth c. 1.35m; Wth at top 0.85m; T 0.5m) is aligned N-S. A number of small packing stones are visible around its base, particularly on its W side. Compiled by: Olive Alcock based on information supplied by Dr G. Gowling Date of upload: 6 April 2018 The following images have been uploaded: GA056-147----_01 View from S GA056-147----_02 View from E GA056-147----_05 View from W

Likely dating to the Neolithic or Bronze Age, this standing stone may have functioned as a territorial marker, ceremonial focus, or astronomical alignment point. No specific folklore or inscriptions are recorded, though its alignment and positioning suggest ritual or symbolic use.