Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure north-west of Gutter Tor

Enclosure north-west of Gutter Tor

England
List entry 1012032
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure north-west of Gutter Tor is a prehistoric monument situated on Dartmoor in Devon. The site consists of an enclosed area defined by earthwork boundaries, characteristic of Bronze Age settlement activity on the moor. Such enclosures typically date to the later Bronze Age and represent domestic or pastoral land use during a period of significant occupation across Dartmoor's upland landscape. The monument survives as an archaeological feature of regional importance for understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and land management practices on the moor.

Enclosure north-west of Gutter Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012032. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure north-west of Gutter Tor?

Enclosure north-west of Gutter Tor is a prehistoric monument situated on Dartmoor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012032.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure north-west of Gutter Tor?

Enclosure north-west of Gutter 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 1012032.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure north-west of Gutter Tor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two round barrows on Ridding Down (5.8 km), Cholwich Town Cross: a wayside cross between Quick Bridge and Tolchmoor Gate (6.1 km), Hut circle 1000yds (915m) E of Coleland Bridge (6.6 km).

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