Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure and stone hut circle 160m south east of Broad Hole

Enclosure and stone hut circle 160m south east of Broad Hole

England
List entry 1008659
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure and stone hut circle 160m south east of Broad Hole is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. The monument comprises a stone hut circle with an associated enclosure, dating to the Bronze Age period when such structures formed the basis of domestic settlement across the South West. The hut circle represents evidence of permanent or semi-permanent habitation, whilst the enclosure likely served stock management and domestic purposes typical of Bronze Age farmsteads. The site contributes to archaeological understanding of prehistoric settlement patterns and land use in Devon.

Enclosure and stone hut circle 160m south east of Broad Hole is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008659. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure and stone hut circle 160m south east of Broad Hole?

Enclosure and stone hut circle 160m south east of Broad Hole is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008659.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure and stone hut circle 160m south east of Broad Hole?

Enclosure and stone hut circle 160m south east of Broad Hole 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 1008659.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure and stone hut circle 160m south east of Broad Hole?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stone hut circle 240m south of Down Tor (9.4 km), An enclosed stone hut circle settlement and later tin working earthworks, 540m south east of Down Tor (9.5 km), Two stone hut circles 570m south west of Down Tor (9.5 km).

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