Fice's Well

England
List entry 1002616
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fice's Well is a prehistoric well located in Devon, England, representing evidence of ancient water management and settlement activity. The monument is recorded in the National Heritage List for England under entry 1002616. Though detailed scholarly documentation regarding its precise dating and excavation history is limited in widely accessible sources, it remains significant as an archaeological record of human activity in Devon during prehistoric periods. The site contributes to understanding patterns of early settlement and resource exploitation in the county.

Fice's Well is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002616. View the official record →

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What is Fice's Well?

Fice's Well is a prehistoric well located in Devon, England, representing evidence of ancient water management and settlement activity. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002616.

Who is responsible for protecting Fice's Well?

Fice's Well 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 1002616.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fice's Well?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn south-east of Ringmoor Cottage (9.8 km), Pillow mound 270m south east of Ditsworthy Warren House forming part of Hentor Warren (9.8 km), Two pillow mounds and a small area of tin streamwork 510m south west of Ditsworthy Warren House forming part of Willings Walls Warren (9.9 km).

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