Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound

Cairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound

England
List entry 1020009
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound is a Bronze Age funerary monument situated on Dartmoor in Devon. The site comprises a cairn with an associated stone cist, typical of burial practices during the Bronze Age period when such structures served as repositories for the deceased and grave goods. Located in the moorland landscape near the contemporary settlement complex of Grimspound, the monument contributes to the archaeological understanding of Bronze Age communities on Dartmoor. The cist represents a standard funerary form of the period, constructed from stone slabs to contain inhumed remains.

Cairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020009. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound?

Cairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound is a Bronze Age funerary monument situated on Dartmoor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020009.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound?

Cairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound 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 1020009.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn and cist 430m north east of Grimspound?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Holne Chase Castle (9.5 km), Prehistoric fields and settlements north east of Venford Reservoir forming part of the Dartmeet coaxial field system (9.8 km), Pound at Newbridge (9.9 km).

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