Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric clearance cairn 962m north-west of Wardbrook Farm

Prehistoric clearance cairn 962m north-west of Wardbrook Farm

England
List entry 1008996
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric clearance cairn 962m north-west of Wardbrook Farm is a Bronze Age monument located in Cornwall, England. The structure comprises a heap of stones accumulated through the clearance of adjacent land for agricultural purposes, a practice characteristic of prehistoric farming communities during the Bronze Age. Such clearance cairns serve as evidence of early land management and settlement patterns in the region, reflecting the intensification of agriculture during this period. The monument is documented in the national heritage record under NHLE list entry 1008996 and represents an important archaeological resource for understanding Bronze Age land use in Cornwall.

Prehistoric clearance cairn 962m north-west of Wardbrook Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008996. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric clearance cairn 962m north-west of Wardbrook Farm?

Prehistoric clearance cairn 962m north-west of Wardbrook Farm is a Bronze Age monument located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008996.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric clearance cairn 962m north-west of Wardbrook Farm?

Prehistoric clearance cairn 962m north-west of Wardbrook Farm 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 1008996.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric clearance cairn 962m north-west of Wardbrook Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Cleer's Well and cross (5.6 km), Medieval wayside cross at Redgate (5.7 km), Medieval churchyard cross in St Cleer churchyard (5.8 km).

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