Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn 1100m ENE of Wedlake Farm

Round cairn 1100m ENE of Wedlake Farm

England
List entry 1007552
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn 1100m ENE of Wedlake Farm is a prehistoric burial monument located in Devon. The cairn dates to the Bronze Age and represents a form of funerary architecture typical of the period, constructed as a mound of stones to mark and contain burial deposits. Such monuments are significant for understanding Bronze Age mortuary practices and settlement patterns in the south-west of England. The site remains a notable example of the archaeological heritage recorded in this region.

Round cairn 1100m ENE of Wedlake Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007552. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn 1100m ENE of Wedlake Farm?

Round cairn 1100m ENE of Wedlake Farm is a prehistoric burial monument located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007552.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn 1100m ENE of Wedlake Farm?

Round cairn 1100m ENE of Wedlake 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 1007552.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn 1100m ENE of Wedlake Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Remains of Longstone Manor House, Wind Strew and associated features (9.2 km), Warren at Sheeps Tor, 520m north of Chubstone Cottage (9.7 km), Cist south east of Roughtor Plantation (9.9 km).

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