Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthwork on Hill Down 500yds (450m) WSW of Tresparrett Posts

Earthwork on Hill Down 500yds (450m) WSW of Tresparrett Posts

England
List entry 1005461
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Earthwork on Hill Down 500 yards WSW of Tresparrett Posts is a prehistoric monument located on Bodmin Moor in Cornwall. The site comprises an earthwork of uncertain form and function, recorded as part of the archaeological landscape of the moor. Its precise dating and original purpose remain subjects of archaeological study, though such monuments in this locality typically relate to Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement and land use patterns. The earthwork survives as an archaeological feature within the broader context of Bodmin Moor's extensive prehistoric resource.

Earthwork on Hill Down 500yds (450m) WSW of Tresparrett Posts is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005461. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthwork on Hill Down 500yds (450m) WSW of Tresparrett Posts?

Earthwork on Hill Down 500 yards WSW of Tresparrett Posts is a prehistoric monument located on Bodmin Moor in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005461.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork on Hill Down 500yds (450m) WSW of Tresparrett Posts?

Earthwork on Hill Down 500yds (450m) WSW of Tresparrett Posts 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 1005461.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork on Hill Down 500yds (450m) WSW of Tresparrett Posts?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval wayside cross 320m south west of Higher Trevivian (8.3 km), Bowl barrow 250m north west of Newpark (9.6 km), Wayside cross 660m north of Basil Farm (9.7 km).

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