Length of reave and three military emplacements 290m south west and 280m south east of Cox Tor

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History & significance

Length of reave and three military emplacements 290m south west and 280m south east of Cox Tor is a Bronze Age field system monument located on Dartmoor in Devon. The length of reave itself represents a substantial linear boundary feature characteristic of the extensive field divisions established across Dartmoor during the Bronze Age, whilst the three associated military emplacements reflect later defensive installations positioned strategically in relation to the topography of Cox Tor. These military works represent a distinct phase of occupation or use considerably later than the reave system, testifying to the site's enduring strategic significance across different historical periods. The combination of Bronze Age agricultural infrastructure with subsequent military features makes this site notable for demonstrating long-term patterns of land use and territorial organisation on Dartmoor.

Length of reave and three military emplacements 290m south west and 280m south east of Cox Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020003. View the official record →

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