Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo cairns, centred 82m and 110m SW of Caradon Hill summit

Two cairns, centred 82m and 110m SW of Caradon Hill summit

England
List entry 1011810
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Two cairns, centred 82m and 110m SW of Caradon Hill summit, is a Bronze Age funerary monument located on Caradon Hill in Cornwall. The cairns represent a characteristic form of burial practice from the Bronze Age period, when prominent hilltop locations were frequently selected for the placement of these stone-built sepulchral structures. Both cairns remain visible as earthwork and stone features within the landscape, contributing to the archaeological record of Bronze Age ritual and commemorative practices in the upland regions of Cornwall. The monument's location on this elevated terrain reflects the strategic positioning of such funerary sites within the wider Bronze Age settlement pattern of southwest England.

Two cairns, centred 82m and 110m SW of Caradon Hill summit is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011810. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two cairns, centred 82m and 110m SW of Caradon Hill summit?

Two cairns, centred 82m and 110m SW of Caradon Hill summit, is a Bronze Age funerary monument located on Caradon Hill in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011810.

Who is responsible for protecting Two cairns, centred 82m and 110m SW of Caradon Hill summit?

Two cairns, centred 82m and 110m SW of Caradon Hill summit 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 1011810.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two cairns, centred 82m and 110m SW of Caradon Hill summit?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including St Cleer's Well and cross (3.3 km), Medieval churchyard cross in St Cleer churchyard (3.5 km), The Doniert Stone, accompanying cross shaft and underground chamber 650m SW of Common Moor (4 km).

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