Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCottage foundations 240m west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy

Cottage foundations 240m west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy

England
List entry 1016028
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cottage foundations 240m west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy is a set of archaeological remains consisting of structural foundations of domestic buildings situated on the island of Lundy off the Devon coast. The foundations represent settlement activity on Lundy dating to the medieval or early modern period, preserving evidence of occupation and habitation patterns on this isolated island location. The site contributes to understanding the history of Lundy's human settlement and land use during periods when the island sustained permanent or semi-permanent residential communities. The precise dating and function of these structures require archaeological investigation, though their designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects their significance to the archaeological record of Devon.

Cottage foundations 240m west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016028. View the official record →

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What is Cottage foundations 240m west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy?

Cottage foundations 240m west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy is a set of archaeological remains consisting of structural foundations of domestic buildings situated on the island of Lundy off the Devon coast. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016028.

Who is responsible for protecting Cottage foundations 240m west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy?

Cottage foundations 240m west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy 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 1016028.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cottage foundations 240m west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing stone 100m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy (0.7 km), Bull's Paradise and Giants Graves; a settlement and burial ground on Lundy (0.8 km), The Old Lighthouse, Lundy (0.8 km).

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