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 prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England, comprising evidence of Bronze Age occupation and land use. The monument consists of the physical remains of circular domestic structures and associated field boundaries characteristic of the later prehistoric period, representing the spatial organisation of a small community engaged in mixed agricultural practices. The hut circles and enclosure earthworks survive as landscape features on the moorland east of the River Erme, documenting patterns of settlement and resource management typical of Devon's upland zones during the Bronze Age. Such sites provide essential evidence for understanding prehistoric settlement hierarchies, domestic arrangements, and the management of pastoral and arable resources in the south-western uplands.

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 prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England, comprising evidence of Bronze Age occupation and land use. 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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