Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHut circles SE of Yar Tor

Hut circles SE of Yar Tor

England
List entry 1003291
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Hut circles SE of Yar Tor is a Bronze Age settlement located on the moorland south-east of Yar Tor in Devon. The site comprises the remains of prehistoric domestic structures characteristic of upland settlement patterns in the South West during the second millennium BC. These hut circles, marked by circular or sub-circular depressions and low stone banks, represent the footprints of timber-framed roundhouses that would have served as dwellings for Bronze Age communities. The settlement demonstrates the extent of prehistoric agricultural exploitation of Dartmoor's higher ground during a period when climate and land use favoured upland occupation.

Hut circles SE of Yar Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003291. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut circles SE of Yar Tor?

Hut circles SE of Yar Tor is a Bronze Age settlement located on the moorland south-east of Yar Tor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003291.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circles SE of Yar Tor?

Hut circles SE of Yar 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 1003291.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circles SE of Yar Tor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Eastern White Barrow (8.6 km), Riders Rings (The Rings) (9.2 km), Enclosure WSW of Dockwell Hole (9.4 km).

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