Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHut circles and enclosure to S of Left Lake

Hut circles and enclosure to S of Left Lake

England
List entry 1004574
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut circles and enclosure to S of Left Lake is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. The monument comprises domestic structures and associated enclosure earthworks dating to the Bronze Age or Iron Age period. The hut circles represent the remains of individual dwelling structures characteristic of later prehistoric settlement patterns in south-western England, whilst the enclosure suggests organised spatial planning and possibly defensive or stock-management functions. The site contributes to understanding of settlement organisation and domestic life during the later prehistoric periods in Devon.

Hut circles and enclosure to S of Left Lake is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004574. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut circles and enclosure to S of Left Lake?

Hut circles and enclosure to S of Left Lake is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004574.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circles and enclosure to S of Left Lake?

Hut circles and enclosure to S of Left Lake 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 1004574.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circles and enclosure to S of Left Lake?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (5.3 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (5.3 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (5.4 km).

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