Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn in north-east corner of Lower Piles

Cairn in north-east corner of Lower Piles

England
List entry 1009575
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cairn in north-east corner of Lower Piles is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Devon, England. The monument consists of a cairn, a form of burial construction characteristic of the Bronze Age period, constructed from heaped stone rather than earth. Such cairns served as prominent markers in the landscape and functioned as communal or individual burial monuments, reflecting the funerary practices and social organisation of Bronze Age communities. The site is registered on the National Heritage List for England, confirming its status as a designated heritage monument of archaeological significance.

Cairn in north-east corner of Lower Piles is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009575. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn in north-east corner of Lower Piles?

Cairn in north-east corner of Lower Piles is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009575.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn in north-east corner of Lower Piles?

Cairn in north-east corner of Lower Piles 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 1009575.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn in north-east corner of Lower Piles?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3.1 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3.1 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3.2 km).

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