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Round 205m south of Goongillings is a Cornish round, a type of prehistoric enclosed settlement characteristic of the Bronze Age and Iron Age periods. The monument comprises a roughly circular enclosure defined by a substantial earthen bank, typical of the defensive or ritual function these structures served in south-west England. Its location in central Cornwall places it within a region rich in such archaeological remains, which represent important evidence of settlement patterns and social organisation in the prehistoric period. The site remains a significant example of Cornish prehistoric settlement archaeology, contributing to understanding of the region's ancient communities.
Round 205m south of Goongillings is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004271. View the official record →
Round 205m south of Goongillings is a Cornish round, a type of prehistoric enclosed settlement characteristic of the Bronze Age and Iron Age periods. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004271.
Round 205m south of Goongillings 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 1004271.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 550m south east of Croft Pascoe Pool forming part of a round barrow cemetery on Goonhilly Downs (8.7 km), Earthwork SE of Trelan Plantation (9 km), Hut circle 500yds (460m) S of Trelan Plantation (9.3 km).
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