Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSavory's Hole

Savory's Hole

England
List entry 1012061
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Savory's Hole is a natural limestone cave located in the Mendip Hills near Weston-super-Mare in Somerset. The cave shows evidence of occupation during the Palaeolithic period, with archaeological finds indicating use by hunter-gatherer communities in prehistoric times. The site has been subject to antiquarian investigation and modern archaeological study, which have contributed to understanding of human activity in the Mendip region during the Stone Age. The cave's significance lies in its archaeological deposits and the light it sheds on Palaeolithic settlement patterns in southwest England.

Savory's Hole is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012061. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Savory's Hole?

Savory's Hole is a natural limestone cave located in the Mendip Hills near Weston-super-Mare in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012061.

Who is responsible for protecting Savory's Hole?

Savory's Hole 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 1012061.

What other scheduled monuments are near Savory's Hole?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bishop's palace (3.3 km), Bishop's Palace ruined portions, walls and well house (3.9 km), Bishop's tithe barn (4 km).

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