History & archaeology
A place made over generations
The monuments were discovered during peat cutting in the 1940s. The visible complex represents repeated activity rather than one event.
Excavation revealed seven circles, multiple stone rows and cairns. Some features may pre-date the visible Bronze Age structures.
Stories, beliefs & mysteries
Meaning through time
Several alignments encourage solar and lunar interpretations, best presented alongside the uncertainties of the chronology.
Its ordered rows, low stones and open sky have made it a place of strong atmosphere for modern visitors.
Plan a visit
Walk gently into the landscape
State-care monument with parking and paths. Surfaces can be wet and exposed.
Do not climb, move stones, light fires or leave offerings. Follow current access signs and take everything home.
Sources & further reading
Follow the evidence
Department for Communities NIBeaghmore Stone Circles↗This introductory record was last reviewed in August 2026. Access details can change; consult the site manager before travelling.
The marker shows the monument, not a parking space. A postcode is only a navigation aid; check current access and parking information before travelling.