Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRuined cottages and well 190m north west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy

Ruined cottages and well 190m north west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy

England
List entry 1016027
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The ruined cottages and well located 190 metres north-west of Quarterwall Cottages on Lundy Island, Devon, are scheduled ancient monuments dating to the post-medieval period. The site comprises the structural remains of domestic buildings and an associated water source, representing evidence of settlement and habitation patterns on the island during the early modern era. The ruins demonstrate the material culture and subsistence strategies of Lundy's isolated community during this period, when the island supported a small but sustained population dependent on agriculture and fishing. As a scheduled monument, the site is protected for its historical and archaeological significance in understanding the settlement history of this offshore island location.

Ruined cottages and well 190m north west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016027. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ruined cottages and well 190m north west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy?

The ruined cottages and well located 190 metres north-west of Quarterwall Cottages on Lundy Island, Devon, are scheduled ancient monuments dating to the post-medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016027.

Who is responsible for protecting Ruined cottages and well 190m north west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy?

Ruined cottages and well 190m north west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy 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 1016027.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ruined cottages and well 190m north west of Quarterwall Cottages, Lundy?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing stone 100m north east of The Old Lighthouse, Lundy (0.8 km), Bull's Paradise and Giants Graves; a settlement and burial ground on Lundy (0.9 km), The Old Lighthouse, Lundy (0.9 km).

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