Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn above the south-west bank of the East Glaze Brook

Cairn above the south-west bank of the East Glaze Brook

England
List entry 1017679
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Cairn above the south-west bank of the East Glaze Brook is a Bronze Age burial mound situated in Devon, England. The monument consists of a cairn, a constructed mound of stones characteristic of prehistoric funerary practice in the south-west peninsula. Such cairns typically date to the Bronze Age and served as burial places for individuals of status within their communities. The site's location above the East Glaze Brook reflects the Bronze Age practice of selecting prominent topographical positions for ceremonial monuments.

Cairn above the south-west bank of the East Glaze Brook is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017679. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn above the south-west bank of the East Glaze Brook?

Cairn above the south-west bank of the East Glaze Brook is a Bronze Age burial mound situated in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017679.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn above the south-west bank of the East Glaze Brook?

Cairn above the south-west bank of the East Glaze 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 1017679.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn above the south-west bank of the East Glaze Brook?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3.3 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3.3 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3.4 km).

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