Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHut circles E of the Saddle Tor

Hut circles E of the Saddle Tor

England
List entry 1003197
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut circles E of the Saddle Tor is a Bronze Age settlement site located on Dartmoor in Devon. The monument comprises prehistoric domestic structures in the form of circular stone-founded huts typical of upland settlement patterns during the Bronze Age period. Such hut circles represent evidence of sustained occupation and agricultural activity on Dartmoor during the second millennium before Christ, reflecting the use of high moorland for pastoral and subsistence economies. The site contributes to the broader archaeological record of Bronze Age settlement distribution across Dartmoor and demonstrates the character of domestic architecture and land use during this period of prehistory.

Hut circles E of the Saddle Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003197. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut circles E of the Saddle Tor?

Hut circles E of the Saddle Tor is a Bronze Age settlement site located on Dartmoor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003197.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circles E of the Saddle Tor?

Hut circles E of the Saddle 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 1003197.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circles E of the Saddle Tor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthworks in Boro' Wood (4.8 km), Two cairns at Ausewell Rocks (5 km), Holne Chase Castle (5.4 km).

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