Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSettlement SE of Two Bridges, Blackbrook River

Settlement SE of Two Bridges, Blackbrook River

England
List entry 1002577
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Settlement SE of Two Bridges, Blackbrook River is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon. The monument is situated in an upland landscape characteristic of Bronze Age and Iron Age settlement patterns in the region. As an unenclosed settlement, it represents the archaeological evidence of early agricultural communities that occupied Dartmoor and its surrounding areas during the later prehistoric period. The site's positioning relative to water sources and available grazing land reflects the settlement strategies employed by prehistoric populations in southwest England.

Settlement SE of Two Bridges, Blackbrook River is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002577. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement SE of Two Bridges, Blackbrook River?

Settlement SE of Two Bridges, Blackbrook River is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002577.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement SE of Two Bridges, Blackbrook River?

Settlement SE of Two Bridges, Blackbrook River 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 1002577.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement SE of Two Bridges, Blackbrook River?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stone hut circle settlement 600m ENE of Great Trowlesworthy Tor (10.1 km), A ring cairn 490m north east of Great Trowlesworthy Tor (10.2 km), Two round cairns 600m ENE of Great Trowlesworthy Tor (10.2 km).

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