Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo enclosures on South Common

Two enclosures on South Common

England
List entry 1003298
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two enclosures on South Common is an ancient monument consisting of two adjoining rectangular earthwork enclosures located on South Common in Devon. The monument dates to the Iron Age and represents settlement or land management activity from this period. The enclosures are defined by surviving banks and ditches that delineate their boundaries, though their precise function—whether for settlement, stock management, or ritual purposes—remains uncertain. As an Iron Age field system or settlement complex, the site contributes to understanding of prehistoric land use patterns in Devon during the first millennium before Christ.

Two enclosures on South Common is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003298. View the official record →

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What is Two enclosures on South Common?

Two enclosures on South Common is an ancient monument consisting of two adjoining rectangular earthwork enclosures located on South Common in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003298.

Who is responsible for protecting Two enclosures on South Common?

Two enclosures on South Common 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 1003298.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two enclosures on South Common?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 100yds (90m) NE of Five Cross Way (6.8 km), Round barrow 200ft (60m) NW of Setta Barrow, Bray Common (7.2 km), Setta Barrow and three round barrows to the south (7.3 km).

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