What is recorded here
Scotland's National Record of the Historic Environment records Taynuilt, Nelson's Monument as Commemorative Stone (early 19th Century) (1805), Standing Stone (prehistoric). 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.
Taynuilt, Nelson's Monument is a prehistoric standing stone repurposed or commemorated in the early 19th century, likely reflecting both ancient ritual significance and later historical association. Its original prehistoric use may have been linked to territorial markers or ceremonial practices, while the 1805 commemorative aspect honors Admiral Nelson.
The historic-place record does not grant public access. Check current conditions and ownership before entering land or a building.
Places near here
Taynuilt, Kilespikeral Old Parish ChurchBurial Ground (post Medieval), Church (19th Century) (1829), Church (medieval) - (post Medieval), Grave Slab(s) (medieval), Sheela Na Gig (period Unknown) · 86 yd
Taynuilt, War MemorialWar Memorial (20th Century) · 183 yd
Taynuilt, Taynuilt HotelHotel (18th Century) · 216 yd
TaynuiltHoard (bronze)(period Unassigned) · 569 yd
Bonawe Iron FurnaceMuseum · 992 yd
Airds BayBay · 1444 yd
BalureNo Class (event) (period Unassigned) · 1.1 mi
Bridge of AweNo Class (event) (period Unassigned) · 2.1 mi
Ceann CreigeMountain / peak · 2.3 mi
Beinn DuirinnisMountain / peak · 2.5 mi
Eilean TraigheIsland · 4.1 mi
Cruachan Power Station Visitor CentreVisitor information · 5.2 mi