Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosed stone hut circle settlement on the south-east slope of Conies Down Tor

Enclosed stone hut circle settlement on the south-east slope of Conies Down Tor

England
List entry 1008014
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The enclosed stone hut circle settlement on the south-east slope of Conies Down Tor is a Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement located in Devon. The site consists of a cluster of circular stone-built dwelling structures contained within an enclosing boundary wall or bank, a settlement pattern typical of later prehistoric communities in south-west England. Such settlements represent evidence of domestic occupation and social organisation during the Bronze Age and Iron Age periods, when stone construction became more prevalent in upland areas of Devon. The preservation of stone foundations and circular floor plans at this location provides archaeological insight into the settlement patterns and building practices of prehistoric Devon communities.

Enclosed stone hut circle settlement on the south-east slope of Conies Down Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008014. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosed stone hut circle settlement on the south-east slope of Conies Down Tor?

The enclosed stone hut circle settlement on the south-east slope of Conies Down Tor is a Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008014.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosed stone hut circle settlement on the south-east slope of Conies Down Tor?

Enclosed stone hut circle settlement on the south-east slope of Conies Down Tor 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 1008014.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosed stone hut circle settlement on the south-east slope of Conies Down Tor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tor cairn 60m south east of Down Tor (9.5 km), Stone alignment and cairn 830m east of Down Tor (9.5 km), Round cairn and later tin prospecting pits 615m ESE of Down Tor (9.5 km).

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