Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThree hut circles E of Bush Down

Three hut circles E of Bush Down

England
List entry 1003058
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Three hut circles east of Bush Down is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Devon. The monument comprises three circular dwellings characteristic of the prehistoric period, constructed with stone-founded foundations typical of moorland settlements from the second millennium BCE. Such hut circles represent important archaeological evidence of domestic settlement patterns and land use during the Bronze Age, when communities established semi-permanent or seasonal occupation sites across Devon's upland areas. The site contributes to understanding the broader pattern of Bronze Age settlement distribution across the South West of England.

Three hut circles E of Bush Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003058. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Three hut circles E of Bush Down?

Three hut circles east of Bush Down is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003058.

Who is responsible for protecting Three hut circles E of Bush Down?

Three hut circles E of Bush Down 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 1003058.

What other scheduled monuments are near Three hut circles E of Bush Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Yar Tor stone row and adjacent cist (8.2 km), Hut circles SE of Yar Tor (8.8 km), Ouldsbroom Cross (8.8 km).

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