Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn west of Legis Lake

Cairn west of Legis Lake

England
List entry 1012421
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cairn west of Legis Lake is a prehistoric burial monument located in Devon, England. The cairn dates to the Bronze Age and consists of a mound of stones constructed over a burial or ceremonial deposit. Such cairns are characteristic of the funerary practices of Bronze Age communities in south-western England, reflecting the ritual and social importance of commemorating the dead through monumental construction. The site contributes to the archaeological record of Bronze Age settlement and burial patterns in Devon.

Cairn west of Legis Lake is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012421. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn west of Legis Lake?

Cairn west of Legis Lake is a prehistoric burial monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012421.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn west of Legis Lake?

Cairn west of Legis Lake 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 1012421.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn west of Legis Lake?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 950yds (868m) N of Drakeland Corner (6 km), Boringdon Camp hillfort and associated remains (6.2 km), Deer park and rabbit warren at Newnham Park (7 km).

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