Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure with hut circles west of Glasscombe Corner

Enclosure with hut circles west of Glasscombe Corner

England
List entry 1012447
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure with hut circles west of Glasscombe Corner is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. The monument comprises an enclosure containing the remains of hut circles, indicating Iron Age or possibly Bronze Age occupation of the site. Such enclosed settlements with hut circles represent a significant form of domestic and agricultural organisation during the later prehistoric period in southwest England. The site contributes to understanding settlement patterns and land use in Devon during the pre-Roman Iron Age.

Enclosure with hut circles west of Glasscombe Corner is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012447. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure with hut circles west of Glasscombe Corner?

Enclosure with hut circles west of Glasscombe Corner is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012447.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure with hut circles west of Glasscombe Corner?

Enclosure with hut circles west of Glasscombe Corner 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 1012447.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure with hut circles west of Glasscombe Corner?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (2.9 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (3 km).

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