Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOne of a group of three cairns on Ringmoor Down

One of a group of three cairns on Ringmoor Down

England
List entry 1012086
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England
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Overview

History & significance

One of a group of three cairns on Ringmoor Down is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Devon, England. The cairn forms part of a ritual and funerary landscape that reflects settlement and land use patterns during the later prehistoric period. These stone mounds served as markers for burials and would have been visible landmarks within the upland terrain, indicating territorial or family groupings. The survival of multiple cairns in proximity suggests sustained use of the location across the Bronze Age period for ceremonial and mortuary purposes.

One of a group of three cairns on Ringmoor Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012086. View the official record →

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What is One of a group of three cairns on Ringmoor Down?

One of a group of three cairns on Ringmoor Down is a Bronze Age burial monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012086.

Who is responsible for protecting One of a group of three cairns on Ringmoor Down?

One of a group of three cairns on Ringmoor Down 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 1012086.

What other scheduled monuments are near One of a group of three cairns on Ringmoor Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cholwich Town Cross: a wayside cross between Quick Bridge and Tolchmoor Gate (5.6 km), Hut circle 1000yds (915m) E of Coleland Bridge (5.9 km), Barrow cemetery on western slope of Crownhill Down (6.4 km).

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