Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFour hut circles N of Bush Down

Four hut circles N of Bush Down

England
List entry 1002646
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Four hut circles north of Bush Down is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Devon. The monument consists of four circular structures characteristic of prehistoric domestic occupation, with remains visible as earthwork features in the landscape. Such hut circles typically date to the Bronze Age period and represent evidence of rural settlement patterns during prehistoric times. The site contributes to understanding Bronze Age habitation and land use in the Devon uplands during the second millennium before Christ.

Four hut circles N of Bush Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002646. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Four hut circles N of Bush Down?

Four hut circles north of Bush Down is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002646.

Who is responsible for protecting Four hut circles N of Bush Down?

Four hut circles N of Bush Down 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 1002646.

What other scheduled monuments are near Four hut circles N of Bush Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Yar Tor stone row and adjacent cist (8.4 km), Lizwell Bridge (8.8 km), Hut circles SE of Yar Tor (9 km).

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