Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCoaxial field systems and associated later remains between Deckler's Cliff and Gammon Head

Coaxial field systems and associated later remains between Deckler's Cliff and Gammon Head

England
List entry 1021253
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Coaxial field systems and associated later remains between Deckler's Cliff and Gammon Head is a prehistoric and later landscape monument located in Devon. The site preserves evidence of ancient field organisation in the form of coaxial field systems, a distinctive pattern of linear boundaries arranged in parallel sets that reflect early agrarian land division practices. Such systems are characteristic of Bronze Age and Iron Age agricultural exploitation in south-western Britain and demonstrate the development of organised land management across the landscape. The monument also contains later structural remains indicative of continued settlement and use of this coastal area into subsequent periods.

Coaxial field systems and associated later remains between Deckler's Cliff and Gammon Head is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021253. View the official record →

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What is Coaxial field systems and associated later remains between Deckler's Cliff and Gammon Head?

Coaxial field systems and associated later remains between Deckler's Cliff and Gammon Head is a prehistoric and later landscape monument located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021253.

Who is responsible for protecting Coaxial field systems and associated later remains between Deckler's Cliff and Gammon Head?

Coaxial field systems and associated later remains between Deckler's Cliff and Gammon Head 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 1021253.

What other scheduled monuments are near Coaxial field systems and associated later remains between Deckler's Cliff and Gammon Head?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Coaxial field system and semaphore station at Signal House Point (1.3 km), Fort Charles (3.2 km), Coaxial field system, hut circles and medieval farm buildings at Starehole Bottom (3.7 km).

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