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Prehistoric field system and settlements on Kerswell Down and Whilborough Common is a Bronze Age and Iron Age monument complex located in Devon. The site comprises extensive field systems, settlement remains, and associated archaeological features spanning the second and first millennia before the present era. The field boundaries and settlement layouts reflect the agricultural and domestic organisation of prehistoric communities, with evidence for sustained occupation and land use across an extended period. These remains contribute significantly to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and land management practices in south-western England.
Prehistoric field system and settlements on Kerswell Down and Whilborough Common is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021377. View the official record →
Prehistoric field system and settlements on Kerswell Down and Whilborough Common is a Bronze Age and Iron Age monument complex located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021377.
Prehistoric field system and settlements on Kerswell Down and Whilborough Common 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 1021377.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval fortified house at Compton Castle (2.3 km), Two bowl barrows at Beacon Hill, 120m south of The Beacon (5.3 km), Torre Abbey (5.5 km).
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