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
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns located 870 metres south-east of Horn's Cross is a Neolithic or Bronze Age site of archaeological importance in Devon. The monument comprises a substantial enclosed settlement area together with three round cairns, which represent burial or ceremonial structures typical of prehistoric ritual practice. The site's physical characteristics, including the earthwork enclosure and associated cairn monuments, suggest occupation and use during the later prehistoric period, likely spanning the Neolithic through Bronze Age phases. Such complexes reflect the settlement patterns and funerary practices of early farming communities and their successors in south-western Britain.

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?

The enclosed prehistoric settlement and three round cairns located 870 metres south-east of Horn's Cross is a Neolithic or Bronze Age site of archaeological importance 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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