Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDovecote 100m north of Pridhamsleigh

Dovecote 100m north of Pridhamsleigh

England
List entry 1019241
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Dovecote 100m north of Pridhamsleigh is a post-medieval stone structure located in Devon. The building dates from the sixteenth or seventeenth century and represents a functional agricultural outbuilding typical of the period, constructed to house pigeons for domestic consumption and manure production. The dovecote survives as a testament to the management practices of the early modern farmstead, when such structures were common features of substantial holdings. Its designation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its archaeological and historical importance as evidence of rural settlement patterns and domestic economy in early modern Devon.

Dovecote 100m north of Pridhamsleigh is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019241. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dovecote 100m north of Pridhamsleigh?

Dovecote 100m north of Pridhamsleigh is a post-medieval stone structure located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019241.

Who is responsible for protecting Dovecote 100m north of Pridhamsleigh?

Dovecote 100m north of Pridhamsleigh 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 1019241.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dovecote 100m north of Pridhamsleigh?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow NW of Harbourneford (6.5 km), Ruins and buried remains of the medieval great house at Dartington Hall (7.1 km), Remains of chapel on Brent Hill (7.6 km).

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