Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAlstone lake settlement site

Alstone lake settlement site

England
List entry 1012311
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Alstone Lake settlement site is a prehistoric monument located in Somerset, England. The site comprises evidence of ancient settlement activity dating to the Bronze Age period. The archaeological remains at Alstone Lake include structural features and artefactual material indicative of domestic occupation during prehistory. The site contributes to understanding Bronze Age settlement patterns and land use in the Somerset landscape during the second millennium before the present era.

Alstone lake settlement site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012311. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Alstone lake settlement site?

Alstone Lake settlement site is a prehistoric monument located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012311.

Who is responsible for protecting Alstone lake settlement site?

Alstone lake settlement site 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 1012311.

What other scheduled monuments are near Alstone lake settlement site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Edithmead (3 km), Brent Knoll hillfort and associated field system (5.2 km), Motte with two baileys immediately east of Bristol Road, Down End (5.4 km).

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