Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRoman and earlier settlement at Honeyditches

Roman and earlier settlement at Honeyditches

England
List entry 1017819
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Honeyditches is a Neolithic earthwork located in Devon, England. The monument consists of a causewayed enclosure, a form of settlement and ceremonial site characteristic of early Neolithic communities in Britain, dating to approximately 4000-3500 BCE. Causewayed enclosures are defined by their interrupted ditch systems and internal banks, which served functions ranging from seasonal gathering places to defensive positions. The site represents important evidence of early agricultural settlement patterns and social organisation in south-west England during the Neolithic period.

Roman and earlier settlement at Honeyditches is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017819. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Roman and earlier settlement at Honeyditches?

Honeyditches is a Neolithic earthwork located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017819.

Who is responsible for protecting Roman and earlier settlement at Honeyditches?

Roman and earlier settlement at Honeyditches 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 1017819.

What other scheduled monuments are near Roman and earlier settlement at Honeyditches?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Promontory fort on Seaton Down (1 km), The Axe Boat, 22m north of the Axmouth Road Bridge (1.7 km), Axmouth Bridge (1.8 km).

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