Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHut circles SW of Wedlake

Hut circles SW of Wedlake

England
List entry 1003195
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut circles southwest of Wedlake is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. The monument consists of the remains of circular dwellings characteristic of Bronze Age or Iron Age occupation, evidenced by the surviving earthwork features visible as shallow depressions and banks in the landscape. Such hut circle settlements are common across Devon's upland regions and represent the domestic arrangement of communities during the later prehistoric period. The site contributes to understanding the pattern of settlement and land use across Devon during the Bronze Age and Iron Age periods.

Hut circles SW of Wedlake is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003195. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut circles SW of Wedlake?

Hut circles southwest of Wedlake is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003195.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circles SW of Wedlake?

Hut circles SW of Wedlake 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 1003195.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circles SW of Wedlake?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman's Cross 50m west of the church (9.8 km), Cairn north east of Yellowmead stone circles (10 km), Yellowmead stone circles, cairn and stone alignment (10 km).

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