Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSouthernmost stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor

Southernmost stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor

England
List entry 1007557
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The southernmost stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor is a Bronze Age domestic structure located on the moorland of Devon. The hut circle is constructed from stone and represents the physical remains of prehistoric settlement activity on the moor, typical of the architectural tradition employed during the Bronze Age period. As part of a larger settlement complex, this structure contributes to understanding prehistoric land use and habitation patterns on Dartmoor and the wider Southwest Peninsula. The monument survives as an upstanding or partially degraded circular foundation, preserving evidence of ancient domestic occupation and construction techniques from this period.

Southernmost stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007557. View the official record →

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What is Southernmost stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor?

The southernmost stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor is a Bronze Age domestic structure located on the moorland of Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007557.

Who is responsible for protecting Southernmost stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor?

Southernmost stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor 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 1007557.

What other scheduled monuments are near Southernmost stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Remains of Longstone Manor House, Wind Strew and associated features (9.3 km), Warren at Sheeps Tor, 520m north of Chubstone Cottage (9.6 km), Cist south east of Roughtor Plantation (9.8 km).

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