Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHut circle group and enclosure NE of Carwen

Hut circle group and enclosure NE of Carwen

England
List entry 1004659
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut circle group and enclosure NE of Carwen is a Bronze Age settlement located in Cornwall, England. The monument comprises multiple circular domestic structures typical of prehistoric occupation in the region, arranged within or adjacent to an enclosure which may have served defensive or stock-management purposes. The hut circles represent domestic habitation patterns consistent with the later Bronze Age period, when such settlements became prevalent across the Cornish landscape. The site's archaeological significance lies in its contribution to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and social organisation in south-western Britain during the Bronze Age.

Hut circle group and enclosure NE of Carwen is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004659. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut circle group and enclosure NE of Carwen?

Hut circle group and enclosure NE of Carwen is a Bronze Age settlement located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004659.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circle group and enclosure NE of Carwen?

Hut circle group and enclosure NE of Carwen 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 1004659.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circle group and enclosure NE of Carwen?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross 120m north west of Callywith (6.6 km), Tawna Downs round barrows (7.3 km), Medieval wayside cross at Castle Hill, 740m north east of Bodmin parish church (7.3 km).

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