Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit

Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit

England
List entry 1011784
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit is a Bronze Age funerary monument situated on Bodmin Moor in Cornwall. The site comprises a round cairn, a characteristic burial mound constructed from stone, alongside associated shelter structures that reflect Bronze Age settlement patterns in this upland region. The cairn itself represents a typical example of the numerous barrow monuments distributed across Bodmin Moor, which served as burial places for Bronze Age communities during the second millennium before the present era. The presence of shelters alongside the cairn suggests this location held significance beyond its funerary function, possibly indicating seasonal occupation or ritual activity connected to the burial monument.

Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011784. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit?

Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit is a Bronze Age funerary monument situated on Bodmin Moor in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011784.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit?

Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit 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 1011784.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Cleer's Well and cross (2.6 km), Medieval churchyard cross in St Cleer churchyard (2.8 km), Medieval wayside cross at Redgate (4.3 km).

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