Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound cairn on Long Ridge 800m north east of Teignhead Farm

Round cairn on Long Ridge 800m north east of Teignhead Farm

England
List entry 1017982
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Round cairn on Long Ridge 800m north east of Teignhead Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument situated on high ground in Devon. The cairn survives as a substantially preserved mound constructed from stone, representing a characteristic funerary structure of the Bronze Age period. Such monuments typically date from the second millennium BCE and served as burial places for individuals of significance within their communities. The site's elevated location on Long Ridge reflects the deliberate placement of Bronze Age cairns in prominent positions across the Devon landscape.

Round cairn on Long Ridge 800m north east of Teignhead Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017982. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round cairn on Long Ridge 800m north east of Teignhead Farm?

Round cairn on Long Ridge 800m north east of Teignhead Farm is a Bronze Age burial monument situated on high ground in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017982.

Who is responsible for protecting Round cairn on Long Ridge 800m north east of Teignhead Farm?

Round cairn on Long Ridge 800m north east of Teignhead 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 1017982.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round cairn on Long Ridge 800m north east of Teignhead Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including An agglomerated enclosure and two stone hut circles 580m west of Laughter Hole Farm (8.9 km), Prehistoric settlement and irregular aggregate field system 600m west of Laughter Hole Farm (9 km), Prehistoric settlement and irregular aggregate field system 340m south west of Laughter Hole Farm (9.2 km).

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