Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHistoric settlement, fields and tin openwork at Shavercombe Foot 400m north of Shavercombe Tor

Historic settlement, fields and tin openwork at Shavercombe Foot 400m north of Shavercombe Tor

England
List entry 1015745
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Shavercombe Foot is a historic settlement with associated fields and tin openwork located on Dartmoor in Devon. The site comprises the remains of a medieval settlement together with evidence of tin extraction activity, reflecting the dual economy of upland communities in this period. The tin openwork represents the surface mining techniques employed to extract ore from the landscape, whilst the field systems demonstrate the agricultural management of the surrounding terrain. The combination of settlement, cultivation, and mineral extraction at this location illustrates the integrated use of Dartmoor's resources during the medieval period.

Historic settlement, fields and tin openwork at Shavercombe Foot 400m north of Shavercombe Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015745. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Historic settlement, fields and tin openwork at Shavercombe Foot 400m north of Shavercombe Tor?

Shavercombe Foot is a historic settlement with associated fields and tin openwork located on Dartmoor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015745.

Who is responsible for protecting Historic settlement, fields and tin openwork at Shavercombe Foot 400m north of Shavercombe Tor?

Historic settlement, fields and tin openwork at Shavercombe Foot 400m north of Shavercombe Tor 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 1015745.

What other scheduled monuments are near Historic settlement, fields and tin openwork at Shavercombe Foot 400m north of Shavercombe Tor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deer park and rabbit warren at Newnham Park (8.9 km), Cairn on Weatherdon Hill (9.6 km), Cairn north-west of Butterdon Hill (9.8 km).

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