Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns 870m south east of Horn's Cross

Enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns 870m south east of Horn's Cross

England
List entry 1020096
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns 870m south east of Horn's Cross is a Bronze Age monument complex located in Devon. The site comprises an enclosed settlement of prehistoric date alongside three round burial cairns, representing evidence of sustained occupation and funerary practice during the Bronze Age period. The enclosed settlement demonstrates the domestic and defensive character of prehistoric communities in the region, whilst the associated cairns reflect contemporary burial customs. The monument survives as earthwork remains and contributes to understanding of prehistoric settlement patterns and ceremonial practice in south-western England.

Enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns 870m south east of Horn's Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020096. View the official record →

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What is Enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns 870m south east of Horn's Cross?

Enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns 870m south east of Horn's Cross is a Bronze Age monument complex located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020096.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns 870m south east of Horn's Cross?

Enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns 870m south east of Horn's Cross 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 1020096.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns 870m south east of Horn's Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The northern of three stone hut circles south west of Corringdon Leat, Corringdon Ball (9.7 km), Stone hut circle south west of Corringdon Ball (9.7 km), The middle one of three stone hut circles south west of Corringdon Leat, Corringdon Ball (9.8 km).

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