Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn

Cairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn

England
List entry 1020182
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn is a Bronze Age burial monument situated on the high moorland of Dartmoor in Devon. The cairn consists of a mound of stones marking a burial site of the prehistoric period, typical of the funerary monuments constructed across the moorland during the Bronze Age. Its survival on the exposed moorland landscape reflects the enduring archaeological record of Dartmoor's early inhabitants and their burial practices. The monument is a scheduled ancient monument and listed heritage asset, indicating its recognised significance to the archaeological and historical understanding of the region.

Cairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020182. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn?

Cairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn is a Bronze Age burial monument situated on the high moorland of Dartmoor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020182.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn?

Cairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn 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 1020182.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blowing house and mill at Gobbet (9.4 km), Blowing houses at Week Ford (9.5 km), Hut circles and field system SW of Combestone Wood (9.5 km).

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