Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval homesteads S of Meldon quarry

Medieval homesteads S of Meldon quarry

England
List entry 1002653
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Medieval homesteads south of Meldon quarry is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of medieval settlement in Devon. The site consists of the physical traces of domestic occupation dating to the medieval period, with evidence of structures and associated features characteristic of rural homestead activity. Located in relation to Meldon quarry in the Devon landscape, the monument represents the settlement patterns and agricultural organisation of the medieval period in this region. The remains provide archaeological evidence for understanding the distribution and character of medieval rural habitation in Devon.

Medieval homesteads S of Meldon quarry is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002653. View the official record →

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What is Medieval homesteads S of Meldon quarry?

Medieval homesteads south of Meldon quarry is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of medieval settlement in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002653.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval homesteads S of Meldon quarry?

Medieval homesteads S of Meldon quarry 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 1002653.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval homesteads S of Meldon quarry?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including A stone hut circle 50m west of Western Red Lake (9.4 km), Round cairn 240m north of Ger Tor (9.6 km), Stone hut circle settlement and enclosures 970m east of Ger Tor (9.6 km).

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