Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStone hut circle 630m north-east of Ger Tor

Stone hut circle 630m north-east of Ger Tor

England
List entry 1011236
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Stone hut circle 630m north-east of Ger Tor is a Bronze Age settlement structure located on Dartmoor in Devon. The monument consists of the remains of a circular dwelling, constructed from stone, which represents a form of domestic architecture characteristic of the Bronze Age period on the moor. Such hut circles are typical features of the prehistoric settlement landscape of Dartmoor and provide evidence of pastoral communities that inhabited the moorland during this era. The site contributes to the wider archaeological understanding of Bronze Age settlement patterns and land use in south-west England.

Stone hut circle 630m north-east of Ger Tor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011236. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stone hut circle 630m north-east of Ger Tor?

Stone hut circle 630m north-east of Ger Tor is a Bronze Age settlement structure located on Dartmoor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011236.

Who is responsible for protecting Stone hut circle 630m north-east of Ger Tor?

Stone hut circle 630m north-east of Ger Tor 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 1011236.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stone hut circle 630m north-east of Ger Tor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Partially enclosed stone hut circle settlement, two cairns and a route marker 325m north west of Yellowmeade Farm (8.9 km), Cairn and cist on Barn Hill, 840m north east of Moortown Farm (9 km), Cairn and cist 150m north of Vixen Tor (9 km).

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