Scheduled MonumentsEnglandA prehistoric settlement with cairns and a historic tin mill, streamwork and buildings lying adjacent to the Langcombe Brook

A prehistoric settlement with cairns and a historic tin mill, streamwork and buildings lying adjacent to the Langcombe Brook

England
List entry 1016145
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England
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Overview

History & significance

A prehistoric settlement with cairns and a historic tin mill, streamwork and buildings is an ancient monument located adjacent to the Langcombe Brook in Devon, England. The site comprises evidence of prehistoric occupation, including cairns, alongside the substantial remains of tin mining and milling infrastructure from the historic period, reflecting the area's long exploitation of mineral resources. The streamwork and associated buildings demonstrate the technological development of tin extraction and processing, with the watercourse serving as the power source for the mill operations. The monument represents continuity of human activity across multiple periods, from prehistoric settlement through to the historic tin mining industry that characterised parts of Devon's economy.

A prehistoric settlement with cairns and a historic tin mill, streamwork and buildings lying adjacent to the Langcombe Brook is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016145. View the official record →

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What is A prehistoric settlement with cairns and a historic tin mill, streamwork and buildings lying adjacent to the Langcombe Brook?

A prehistoric settlement with cairns and a historic tin mill, streamwork and buildings is an ancient monument located adjacent to the Langcombe Brook in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016145.

Who is responsible for protecting A prehistoric settlement with cairns and a historic tin mill, streamwork and buildings lying adjacent to the Langcombe Brook?

A prehistoric settlement with cairns and a historic tin mill, streamwork and buildings lying adjacent to the Langcombe Brook 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 1016145.

What other scheduled monuments are near A prehistoric settlement with cairns and a historic tin mill, streamwork and buildings lying adjacent to the Langcombe Brook?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deer park and rabbit warren at Newnham Park (9.8 km), Enclosure with hut circles east of Addicombe (9.8 km), Enclosure with hut circles east of Addicombe (9.9 km).

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