Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIrregular aggregate field system, stone hut circles and post-medieval fields on the north-east slope of Cox Tor

Irregular aggregate field system, stone hut circles and post-medieval fields on the north-east slope of Cox Tor

England
List entry 1011441
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Irregular aggregate field system, stone hut circles and post-medieval fields on the north-east slope of Cox Tor is a complex archaeological monument comprising Bronze Age settlement remains and later agricultural features. The site contains multiple stone hut circles indicative of prehistoric habitation, alongside an irregular field system characteristic of Bronze Age land division on Dartmoor. Post-medieval field boundaries represent later agricultural use and reorganisation of the landscape. The monument preserves evidence of sustained human occupation and land management spanning from the Bronze Age through to early modern periods.

Irregular aggregate field system, stone hut circles and post-medieval fields on the north-east slope of Cox Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011441. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Irregular aggregate field system, stone hut circles and post-medieval fields on the north-east slope of Cox Tor?

Irregular aggregate field system, stone hut circles and post-medieval fields on the north-east slope of Cox Tor is a complex archaeological monument comprising Bronze Age settlement remains and later agricultural features. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011441.

Who is responsible for protecting Irregular aggregate field system, stone hut circles and post-medieval fields on the north-east slope of Cox Tor?

Irregular aggregate field system, stone hut circles and post-medieval fields on the north-east slope of Cox 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 1011441.

What other scheduled monuments are near Irregular aggregate field system, stone hut circles and post-medieval fields on the north-east slope of Cox Tor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Marchant's Cross: a wayside cross 700m south east of Meavy (10 km), Part of Eylesbarrow Reave (10.6 km), Cairn adjacent to the south side of Eylesbarrow Reave (10.6 km).

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