Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure south of Lower Hartor Tor

Enclosure south of Lower Hartor Tor

England
List entry 1012295
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure south of Lower Hartor Tor is a prehistoric earthwork located on Dartmoor in Devon. The monument consists of an enclosed area defined by banks and ditches, characteristic of Bronze Age settlement patterns in the region. Its precise dating and functional purpose remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though such enclosures typically served defensive, ceremonial, or domestic purposes during the later prehistoric period. The site's location within the Dartmoor landscape reflects the Bronze Age use of upland areas for settlement and pastoral activity.

Enclosure south of Lower Hartor Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012295. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure south of Lower Hartor Tor?

Enclosure south of Lower Hartor Tor is a prehistoric earthwork located on Dartmoor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012295.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure south of Lower Hartor Tor?

Enclosure south of Lower Hartor 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 1012295.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure south of Lower Hartor Tor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deer park and rabbit warren at Newnham Park (10 km), Enclosure with hut circles east of Addicombe (10.2 km), Enclosure with hut circles east of Addicombe (10.3 km).

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