Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthwork in Houndtor Wood

Earthwork in Houndtor Wood

England
List entry 1002532
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earthwork in Houndtor Wood is a prehistoric archaeological monument located in Devon. The site comprises earthworks of uncertain date and function, situated within woodland landscape characteristic of Dartmoor. Limited published archaeological investigation has been conducted on this particular earthwork, and its precise chronological attribution and purpose remain subjects for further scholarly enquiry. The monument's survival within the wood underscores the potential for prehistoric remains to be preserved in such upland Devon locations.

Earthwork in Houndtor Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002532. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthwork in Houndtor Wood?

Earthwork in Houndtor Wood is a prehistoric archaeological monument located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002532.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork in Houndtor Wood?

Earthwork in Houndtor Wood 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 1002532.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork in Houndtor Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Huts and fields NE of Rippon Tor (5.1 km), Two stone hut circles 80m and 130m north of Rippon Tor (5.3 km), Two stone hut circles and a length of boundary walling 250m west of Rippon Tor (5.5 km).

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