Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm

Hut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm

England
List entry 1005444
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Hut circle 160 yards north of West Northwood Farm is a Bronze Age domestic settlement site located in Cornwall. The monument comprises the remains of a circular dwelling, a characteristic settlement form of the Bronze Age period in southwestern Britain. Such hut circles represent important evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and domestic life in the region during the later prehistoric period. The site's survival and recording contribute to understanding the distribution and character of Bronze Age occupation across the Cornish landscape.

Hut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005444. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm?

Hut circle 160 yards north of West Northwood Farm is a Bronze Age domestic settlement site located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005444.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm?

Hut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm 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 1005444.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Largin Castle (6.2 km), Bosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm (6.5 km), Two bowl barrows 70m north west and 50m south east of Tor View at Middle Taphouse (6.9 km).

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