Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSmall circular earthwork 500yds (460m) N of Gweal Goose

Small circular earthwork 500yds (460m) N of Gweal Goose

England
List entry 1004331
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Small circular earthwork 500 yards north of Gweal Goose is a prehistoric circular monument located in Cornwall, England. The site consists of a circular bank and ditch formation typical of Bronze Age or Iron Age ceremonial or defensive enclosures found throughout southwest England. Its exact dating and function remain subjects of archaeological study, though such earthworks in this region commonly served purposes ranging from settlement defence to ritual activity. The monument survives as an upstanding earthwork feature and is recorded in the National Heritage List for England under designation reference 1004331.

Small circular earthwork 500yds (460m) N of Gweal Goose is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004331. View the official record →

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What is Small circular earthwork 500yds (460m) N of Gweal Goose?

Small circular earthwork 500 yards north of Gweal Goose is a prehistoric circular monument located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004331.

Who is responsible for protecting Small circular earthwork 500yds (460m) N of Gweal Goose?

Small circular earthwork 500yds (460m) N of Gweal Goose 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 1004331.

What other scheduled monuments are near Small circular earthwork 500yds (460m) N of Gweal Goose?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 290m south east of Sunny Corner Cottage (2.8 km), Round barrow 500yds (460m) WNW of St Rumon's Church (2.9 km), Bowl barrow 440m south east of Mount Hermon (3.1 km).

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