Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor

Stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor

England
List entry 1007558
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor is a Bronze Age domestic structure located on Langstone Moor in Devon. The site comprises a stone-built circular dwelling, typical of Bronze Age upland settlement patterns in south-western England, where such structures served as the homes of pastoral communities exploiting the moorland environment. The hut circle is part of a broader archaeological settlement landscape on the moor, demonstrating the occupation and land use of this elevated terrain during the later prehistoric period. The stone construction and circular form are characteristic features of Bronze Age dwellings, representing an important record of vernacular architecture and settlement organisation in Devon during this era.

Stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007558. View the official record →

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

Stone hut circle forming part of the settlement on Langstone Moor is a Bronze Age domestic structure located on Langstone Moor in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007558.

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

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 1007558.

What other scheduled monuments are near 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 (9.4 km), Warren at Sheeps Tor, 520m north of Chubstone Cottage (9.7 km), Cist south east of Roughtor Plantation (9.8 km).

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