Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn on Piles Hill

Cairn on Piles Hill

England
List entry 1012474
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cairn on Piles Hill is a Neolithic or Bronze Age barrow located in Devon, England. The monument consists of a stone cairn that represents one of the region's prehistoric burial structures, reflecting the funerary practices of early agricultural and metal-working communities. Its survival to the present day provides valuable archaeological evidence for understanding settlement patterns and ritual practices across Devon during the later prehistoric period.

Cairn on Piles Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012474. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn on Piles Hill?

Cairn on Piles Hill is a Neolithic or Bronze Age barrow located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012474.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn on Piles Hill?

Cairn on Piles Hill 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 1012474.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn on Piles Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (2.7 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (2.7 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (2.7 km).

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