Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthwork enclosures and field systems, 430m north east of Lower Well Farm

Earthwork enclosures and field systems, 430m north east of Lower Well Farm

England
List entry 1020163
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The earthwork enclosures and field systems located 430 metres north-east of Lower Well Farm comprise a group of archaeological features situated in Devon. These monuments represent evidence of settlement and land organisation, with their physical character preserved as earthwork remains visible in the modern landscape. The site reflects patterns of land use and territorial definition typical of prehistoric or Romano-British periods, though precise dating requires archaeological examination. Such field systems and associated enclosures are significant for understanding the development of agrarian societies and settlement hierarchies in south-west England during the Iron Age and Romano-British periods.

Earthwork enclosures and field systems, 430m north east of Lower Well Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020163. View the official record →

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What is Earthwork enclosures and field systems, 430m north east of Lower Well Farm?

The earthwork enclosures and field systems located 430 metres north-east of Lower Well Farm comprise a group of archaeological features situated in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020163.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork enclosures and field systems, 430m north east of Lower Well Farm?

Earthwork enclosures and field systems, 430m north east of Lower Well 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 1020163.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork enclosures and field systems, 430m north east of Lower Well 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 (3.7 km), Beacon mound at Fire Beacon Hill, 250m north west of Bosomzeal (3.7 km), Bowl barrow 690m north of Longwood House (4.4 km).

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