Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOne of several cairns south-west of Spurrell's Cross

One of several cairns south-west of Spurrell's Cross

England
List entry 1012244
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England
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Overview

History & significance

One of several cairns south-west of Spurrell's Cross is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Devon, England. The cairn forms part of a broader group of Bronze Age burial structures in this locality, reflecting the use of upland areas for ceremonial and mortuary practices during the second millennium BCE. As a surviving example of cairn construction from this period, it contributes to the archaeological understanding of Bronze Age burial traditions and settlement patterns in south-western England. The monument remains a scheduled ancient monument, indicating its recognised historical and archaeological importance.

One of several cairns south-west of Spurrell's Cross is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012244. View the official record →

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What is One of several cairns south-west of Spurrell's Cross?

One of several cairns south-west of Spurrell's Cross is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012244.

Who is responsible for protecting One of several cairns south-west of Spurrell's Cross?

One of several cairns south-west of Spurrell's Cross 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 1012244.

What other scheduled monuments are near One of several cairns south-west of Spurrell's Cross?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (1.5 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (1.5 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (1.5 km).

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