Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure and hut circles on Erme Plains E of River Erme

Enclosure and hut circles on Erme Plains E of River Erme

England
List entry 1002606
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure and hut circles on Erme Plains E of River Erme is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Devon, England. The monument comprises the remains of prehistoric domestic structures and associated enclosed areas, representing evidence of early agrarian communities that occupied Dartmoor's marginal lands during the Bronze Age period. The hut circles and enclosure earthworks are characteristic of the dispersed settlement patterns found across the south-western uplands, where Bronze Age communities exploited both pastoral and arable resources. These remains contribute to the archaeological understanding of prehistoric settlement distribution and land-use practices across the Erme valley landscape.

Enclosure and hut circles on Erme Plains E of River Erme is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002606. View the official record →

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What is Enclosure and hut circles on Erme Plains E of River Erme?

Enclosure and hut circles on Erme Plains E of River Erme is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002606.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure and hut circles on Erme Plains E of River Erme?

Enclosure and hut circles on Erme Plains E of River Erme 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 1002606.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure and hut circles on Erme Plains E of River Erme?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosure with hut circles east of Addicombe (6.6 km), Enclosure with hut circles east of Addicombe (6.6 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (6.8 km).

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