Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo adjacent stone hut circles 265m WNW of Trewalla Farm

Two adjacent stone hut circles 265m WNW of Trewalla Farm

England
List entry 1009738
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The two adjacent stone hut circles located 265 metres west-north-west of Trewalla Farm form a Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement in Cornwall. These structures represent domestic dwellings of prehistoric date, constructed from stone and positioned to take advantage of the local topography. The hut circles demonstrate the characteristic circular ground plan typical of prehistoric rural settlements in south-west England, with their proximity to one another suggesting a small family group or household unit. Such sites contribute to understanding patterns of settlement and land use in Cornwall during the later prehistoric period.

Two adjacent stone hut circles 265m WNW of Trewalla Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009738. View the official record →

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What is Two adjacent stone hut circles 265m WNW of Trewalla Farm?

The two adjacent stone hut circles located 265 metres west-north-west of Trewalla Farm form a Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009738.

Who is responsible for protecting Two adjacent stone hut circles 265m WNW of Trewalla Farm?

Two adjacent stone hut circles 265m WNW of Trewalla Farm 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 1009738.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two adjacent stone hut circles 265m WNW of Trewalla Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Cleer's Well and cross (2.9 km), Medieval churchyard cross in St Cleer churchyard (3 km), Medieval wayside cross at Redgate (3 km).

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