Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStone circle 400m south west of Buttern Hill

Stone circle 400m south west of Buttern Hill

England
List entry 1018913
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Stone circle 400m south west of Buttern Hill is a Bronze Age ceremonial monument located in Devon. The circle comprises a ring of standing stones arranged in a roughly circular configuration typical of the prehistoric ritual landscape of south-western England. Such monuments are generally dated to the Bronze Age, serving functions related to communal gatherings, astronomical observation, or ritual practice, though the specific purpose of this particular circle remains uncertain. The site represents an important element of Devon's archaeological heritage and contributes to our understanding of Bronze Age settlement patterns and ceremonial practices in the region.

Stone circle 400m south west of Buttern Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018913. View the official record →

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What is Stone circle 400m south west of Buttern Hill?

Stone circle 400m south west of Buttern Hill is a Bronze Age ceremonial monument located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018913.

Who is responsible for protecting Stone circle 400m south west of Buttern Hill?

Stone circle 400m south west of Buttern Hill 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 1018913.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stone circle 400m south west of Buttern Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Clapper Bridge, Postbridge (9.6 km), Camp 325yds (300m) SE of Archerton (9.6 km), Kistvaen 325yds (300m) S of Archerton (9.7 km).

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