Scheduled MonumentsEnglandA cluster of five stone hut circles situated within a large enclosure 470m north-east of Ger Tor

A cluster of five stone hut circles situated within a large enclosure 470m north-east of Ger Tor

England
List entry 1011239
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The cluster of five stone hut circles situated within a large enclosure north-east of Ger Tor is a Bronze Age settlement complex located on Dartmoor in Devon. The five circular stone structures remain within the boundaries of a substantial enclosure that represents a distinctive form of prehistoric domestic and pastoral organisation. The hut circles, constructed from stone and measuring approximately four to five metres in diameter, are typical of Bronze Age settlement patterns on Dartmoor, likely dating to the second millennium BC. The associated enclosure suggests a coordinated settlement unit designed for habitation and the management of livestock during the Bronze Age period.

A cluster of five stone hut circles situated within a large enclosure 470m north-east of Ger Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011239. View the official record →

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What is A cluster of five stone hut circles situated within a large enclosure 470m north-east of Ger Tor?

The cluster of five stone hut circles situated within a large enclosure north-east of Ger Tor is a Bronze Age settlement complex located on Dartmoor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011239.

Who is responsible for protecting A cluster of five stone hut circles situated within a large enclosure 470m north-east of Ger Tor?

A cluster of five stone hut circles situated within a large enclosure 470m north-east of Ger Tor is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1011239.

What other scheduled monuments are near A cluster of five stone hut circles situated within a large enclosure 470m north-east of Ger Tor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including A stone circle, standing stone, cairn, recumbent stone and stone alignment on Longash Common (8.8 km), Cairn and cist on Barn Hill, 840m north east of Moortown Farm (9 km), Partially enclosed stone hut circle settlement, two cairns and a route marker 325m north west of Yellowmeade Farm (9 km).

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