Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChambered tomb, 630m north west of Elberry Farm

Chambered tomb, 630m north west of Elberry Farm

England
List entry 1019132
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Chambered tomb, 630m north west of Elberry Farm, is a Neolithic monument situated in Devon, England. The site represents the communal burial practices characteristic of early agricultural communities in south-western Britain, dating to the Neolithic period. The monument comprises a chambered structure typical of megalithic tombs constructed during the fourth and third millennia before the present, reflecting the architectural traditions of tomb-building societies in the region. Such monuments served both as repositories for the dead and as enduring territorial markers within the landscape of prehistoric Devon.

Chambered tomb, 630m north west of Elberry Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019132. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Chambered tomb, 630m north west of Elberry Farm?

The Chambered tomb, 630m north west of Elberry Farm, is a Neolithic monument situated in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019132.

Who is responsible for protecting Chambered tomb, 630m north west of Elberry Farm?

Chambered tomb, 630m north west of Elberry Farm 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 1019132.

What other scheduled monuments are near Chambered tomb, 630m north west of Elberry Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including D-Day landing craft maintenance site on the River Dart, 270m south east of Maypool Cottage (3.5 km), Hillfort known as Greenway Camp, immediately north east of Cart Wood (3.7 km), Bowl barrow 690m north of Longwood House (3.9 km).

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