Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHut circles and two enclosures on Dean Moor, near River Avon

Hut circles and two enclosures on Dean Moor, near River Avon

England
List entry 1003828
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hut circles and two enclosures on Dean Moor is a Bronze Age settlement site located near the River Avon in Devon. The monument comprises a group of domestic structures and associated earthwork enclosures dating to the prehistoric period, representing evidence of ancient settlement and land use patterns on Dartmoor. The hut circles, characteristic of Bronze Age domestic architecture on the moor, survive as circular depressions and stone-founded foundations, whilst the two enclosures suggest organised pastoral or agricultural activity around the settlement. The site contributes to understanding of the Bronze Age occupation and social organisation of the moorland landscape in south-west England.

Hut circles and two enclosures on Dean Moor, near River Avon is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003828. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut circles and two enclosures on Dean Moor, near River Avon?

Hut circles and two enclosures on Dean Moor is a Bronze Age settlement site located near the River Avon in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003828.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circles and two enclosures on Dean Moor, near River Avon?

Hut circles and two enclosures on Dean Moor, near River Avon 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 1003828.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circles and two enclosures on Dean Moor, near River Avon?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chambered cairn in Cuckoo Ball newtake (7.7 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (7.9 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (7.9 km).

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