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 Romano-British archaeological landscape located in Devon. The coaxial field systems represent an organized approach to land division typical of Iron Age agricultural practice, characterized by parallel field boundaries aligned to a common axis. Associated later remains indicate sustained use and modification of the landscape through the Romano-British period, demonstrating continuity of settlement and land management across multiple centuries. The site preserves important evidence of how ancient communities structured their agricultural territories and adapted them over time.

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 Romano-British archaeological landscape 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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