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 funerary monument located in Devon, England. The site comprises two separate cairns positioned in relation to a nearby stone alignment, representing the burial practices characteristic of the Bronze Age period. These monuments form part of the broader ceremonial and funerary landscape of the region, contributing to the archaeological evidence of Bronze Age settlement and ritual activity in Devon. The cairns survive as earthwork features that retain archaeological significance for understanding prehistoric monument distribution and funerary traditions in the South West.

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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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 funerary 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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