Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn south of Mill Corner

Cairn south of Mill Corner

England
List entry 1013413
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cairn south of Mill Corner is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Devon, England. The site comprises a substantial cairn, a mound constructed from stone rather than earth, which represents a characteristic form of funerary monument from the Bronze Age period. Such cairns typically functioned as burial places and territorial markers within the landscape, reflecting the ritual and social practices of Bronze Age communities. The monument's survival into the modern era, despite subsequent land use and erosion, testifies to the durability of its stone construction and its significance within the archaeological record of Devon.

Cairn south of Mill Corner is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013413. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn south of Mill Corner?

Cairn south of Mill Corner is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013413.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn south of Mill Corner?

Cairn south of Mill Corner 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 1013413.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn south of Mill Corner?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deer park and rabbit warren at Newnham Park (9 km), Cairn on Weatherdon Hill (9.7 km), Cairn north-west of Butterdon Hill (9.9 km).

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