Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure with hut circles to the north-east of Piles Copse

Enclosure with hut circles to the north-east of Piles Copse

England
List entry 1013106
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure with hut circles to the north-east of Piles Copse is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. The monument comprises an enclosure containing multiple hut circles, indicating domestic occupation during the Bronze Age or Iron Age period. The hut circles represent the remains of circular dwelling structures typical of later prehistoric communities in the southwest of England, whilst the associated enclosure suggests organized settlement planning and possibly stock management. This site contributes to understanding the distribution and character of prehistoric settlement patterns across Devon during the second and first millennia BC.

Enclosure with hut circles to the north-east of Piles Copse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013106. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure with hut circles to the north-east of Piles Copse?

Enclosure with hut circles to the north-east of Piles Copse is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013106.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure with hut circles to the north-east of Piles Copse?

Enclosure with hut circles to the north-east of Piles Copse 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 1013106.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure with hut circles to the north-east of Piles Copse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosure with hut circles east of Addicombe (4.1 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (4.3 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (4.3 km).

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