Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure in Brandis Wood, 175m north of Longham

Enclosure in Brandis Wood, 175m north of Longham

England
List entry 1018497
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure in Brandis Wood, 175m north of Longham is a prehistoric earthwork monument located in Devon. The site comprises an enclosed area defined by banks and ditches, characteristic of Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement patterns in the Southwest of England. Such enclosures typically functioned as defensive or stock-management structures, protecting domestic and agricultural activities within their boundaries. The monument remains visible as earthwork features in the woodland landscape, retaining archaeological significance as evidence of prehistoric land use and settlement organisation in the region.

Enclosure in Brandis Wood, 175m north of Longham is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018497. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure in Brandis Wood, 175m north of Longham?

Enclosure in Brandis Wood, 175m north of Longham is a prehistoric earthwork monument located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018497.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure in Brandis Wood, 175m north of Longham?

Enclosure in Brandis Wood, 175m north of Longham 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 1018497.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure in Brandis Wood, 175m north of Longham?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Trendle earthwork NE of Kelly College (8.3 km), Prehistoric settlement 610m south west of Cox Tor (9.2 km), Tavistock Abbey (9.3 km).

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