Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairnfield 760m west of Stoneyhurst

Cairnfield 760m west of Stoneyhurst

England
List entry 1017287
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Cairnfield 760m west of Stoneyhurst is a Bronze Age ceremonial or burial monument located in Devon. The site consists of a cluster of burial cairns distributed across the landscape, representing a significant concentration of funerary activity from the Bronze Age period. Such cairnfield complexes are characteristic of Bronze Age settlement and ritual practice in the upland regions of Devon and the Southwest, reflecting patterns of territorial use and commemorative burial practices. The monument's survival and scheduling demonstrate its importance as evidence for understanding Bronze Age social organisation and land use in this region.

Cairnfield 760m west of Stoneyhurst is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017287. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairnfield 760m west of Stoneyhurst?

Cairnfield 760m west of Stoneyhurst is a Bronze Age ceremonial or burial monument located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017287.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairnfield 760m west of Stoneyhurst?

Cairnfield 760m west of Stoneyhurst 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 1017287.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairnfield 760m west of Stoneyhurst?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two prehistoric settlements 1280m SSW of The Grey Wethers (9.4 km), Cairn on Hurston Ridge 1km north west of Warren House Inn (9.8 km), Stone alignment and cairn 470m east of Stannon Brook source (9.9 km).

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