Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric ritual enclosure 1.7km NW of Tresellern Farm

Prehistoric ritual enclosure 1.7km NW of Tresellern Farm

England
List entry 1012217
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric ritual enclosure 1.7km NW of Tresellern Farm is a Neolithic or Bronze Age ceremonial monument located in Cornwall. The site comprises an approximately circular or oval earthwork defined by a bank and ditch, characteristic of ritual enclosures from the third and second millennia BCE. Such monuments typically served functions related to gathering, ceremony, or astronomical observation within prehistoric communities. The enclosure's precise dating and original dimensions remain subjects of archaeological study, though its classification as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its significance to understanding prehistoric settlement and ritual practice in Cornwall.

Prehistoric ritual enclosure 1.7km NW of Tresellern Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012217. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric ritual enclosure 1.7km NW of Tresellern Farm?

Prehistoric ritual enclosure 1.7km NW of Tresellern Farm is a Neolithic or Bronze Age ceremonial monument located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012217.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric ritual enclosure 1.7km NW of Tresellern Farm?

Prehistoric ritual enclosure 1.7km NW of Tresellern 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 1012217.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric ritual enclosure 1.7km NW of Tresellern Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Platform cairn with outer bank 825m NNW of Higher Draynes Farm (7.9 km), Hut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm (8.3 km), Hut circle village 330yds (300m) W of West Northwood Farm (8.8 km).

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