Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure SW of Hingston Rocks

Enclosure SW of Hingston Rocks

England
List entry 1002496
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure SW of Hingston Rocks is a prehistoric monument located in Devon, England. The site consists of an enclosed area defined by earthwork boundaries, characteristic of Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement patterns in the region. Such enclosures typically served domestic or pastoral functions, providing defended or demarcated space for habitation or stock management during the later prehistoric period. The monument remains a significant archaeological feature contributing to understanding of ancient land use and settlement organisation in south-west England.

Enclosure SW of Hingston Rocks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002496. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure SW of Hingston Rocks?

Enclosure SW of Hingston Rocks is a prehistoric monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002496.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure SW of Hingston Rocks?

Enclosure SW of Hingston Rocks 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 1002496.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure SW of Hingston Rocks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Haytor granite tramway (8.1 km), Settlement W of Holwell Tor (8.3 km), Hut circles E of the Saddle Tor (9.4 km).

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