Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn east of Ringmoor Cottage

Cairn east of Ringmoor Cottage

England
List entry 1012252
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cairn east of Ringmoor Cottage is a prehistoric burial monument located in Devon. The site dates to the Bronze Age and comprises a cairn, a mound of stones constructed as a funerary structure typical of this period. Such monuments served as communal or individual burial places and remain significant archaeological features for understanding Bronze Age mortuary practices and settlement patterns in the southwest of England. The cairn's preservation and designation reflect its importance as a record of ancient land use and ceremonial activity in the region.

Cairn east of Ringmoor Cottage is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012252. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn east of Ringmoor Cottage?

Cairn east of Ringmoor Cottage is a prehistoric burial monument located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012252.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn east of Ringmoor Cottage?

Cairn east of Ringmoor Cottage 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 1012252.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn east of Ringmoor Cottage?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two round barrows on Ridding Down (5.5 km), Cholwich Town Cross: a wayside cross between Quick Bridge and Tolchmoor Gate (5.9 km), Hut circle 1000yds (915m) E of Coleland Bridge (6.2 km).

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