Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo adjacent prehistoric coaxial field systems incorporating regular field systems, stone hut circles, cairns and medieval fields on East Moor and Ridge

Two adjacent prehistoric coaxial field systems incorporating regular field systems, stone hut circles, cairns and medieval fields on East Moor and Ridge

England
List entry 1008439
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The prehistoric coaxial field systems on East Moor and Ridge is a multi-period archaeological complex incorporating Bronze Age and Iron Age land divisions alongside later medieval field patterns. The site comprises two adjacent coaxial field systems characterised by parallel linear boundaries, associated with stone hut circles and cairns that indicate sustained prehistoric settlement and land use. The regular layout of the field systems reflects Bronze Age and Iron Age agricultural organisation, while the presence of medieval fields demonstrates continuity and reuse of the landscape into the medieval period. This palimpsest of archaeological features across different periods provides significant evidence for understanding long-term patterns of settlement, agriculture and land management in prehistoric and medieval Cornwall.

Two adjacent prehistoric coaxial field systems incorporating regular field systems, stone hut circles, cairns and medieval fields on East Moor and Ridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008439. View the official record →

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What is Two adjacent prehistoric coaxial field systems incorporating regular field systems, stone hut circles, cairns and medieval fields on East Moor and Ridge?

The prehistoric coaxial field systems on East Moor and Ridge is a multi-period archaeological complex incorporating Bronze Age and Iron Age land divisions alongside later medieval field patterns. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008439.

Who is responsible for protecting Two adjacent prehistoric coaxial field systems incorporating regular field systems, stone hut circles, cairns and medieval fields on East Moor and Ridge?

Two adjacent prehistoric coaxial field systems incorporating regular field systems, stone hut circles, cairns and medieval fields on East Moor and Ridge 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 1008439.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two adjacent prehistoric coaxial field systems incorporating regular field systems, stone hut circles, cairns and medieval fields on East Moor and Ridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn and shelters 812m SSW of Caradon Hill summit (8.3 km), Platform cairn with outer bank 825m NNW of Higher Draynes Farm (8.4 km), Hut circle 160yds (150m) N of West Northwood Farm (9 km).

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