Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo cairns south-east of the stone alignment south-west of Glasscombe Corner

Two cairns south-east of the stone alignment south-west of Glasscombe Corner

England
List entry 1012465
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two cairns south-east of the stone alignment south-west of Glasscombe Corner is a Bronze Age monument located in Devon, England. The site comprises two burial cairns positioned in relation to a nearby stone alignment, reflecting the ceremonial and funerary practices characteristic of the Bronze Age period. Such cairn complexes, often found in association with stone alignments on moorland, served as repositories for cremated remains and represent significant concentrations of ritual activity across the landscape. The monument's location within Devon's upland terrain situates it within a wider pattern of Bronze Age monuments that define the archaeological character of the region's prehistoric past.

Two cairns south-east of the stone alignment south-west of Glasscombe Corner is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012465. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Two cairns south-east of the stone alignment south-west of Glasscombe Corner?

Two cairns south-east of the stone alignment south-west of Glasscombe Corner is a Bronze Age monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012465.

Who is responsible for protecting Two cairns south-east of the stone alignment south-west of Glasscombe Corner?

Two cairns south-east of the stone alignment south-west of Glasscombe Corner 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 1012465.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two cairns south-east of the stone alignment south-west of Glasscombe Corner?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (2.7 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (2.7 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (2.7 km).

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