Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric enclosed settlement known as Outer Huccaby Ring and associated irregular aggregate field system

Prehistoric enclosed settlement known as Outer Huccaby Ring and associated irregular aggregate field system

England
List entry 1021050
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Outer Huccaby Ring is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located on Dartmoor in Devon, England. The monument comprises a roughly circular or oval defensive enclosure defined by a substantial bank and ditch, typical of Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement patterns in the region. Associated with the enclosed settlement is an irregular aggregate field system, indicating sustained pastoral or mixed agricultural use of the surrounding landscape during prehistory. The site represents an important example of early settlement organisation and land use management on Dartmoor, reflecting the strategies employed by prehistoric communities in this upland environment.

Prehistoric enclosed settlement known as Outer Huccaby Ring and associated irregular aggregate field system is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021050. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric enclosed settlement known as Outer Huccaby Ring and associated irregular aggregate field system?

Outer Huccaby Ring is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located on Dartmoor in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021050.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric enclosed settlement known as Outer Huccaby Ring and associated irregular aggregate field system?

Prehistoric enclosed settlement known as Outer Huccaby Ring and associated irregular aggregate field system 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 1021050.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric enclosed settlement known as Outer Huccaby Ring and associated irregular aggregate field system?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Western White Barrow (8.9 km), Hut circles in Erme Pound E of River Erme (8.9 km), Hut circle and fields, Bishop's Mead (8.9 km).

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