Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo hut circles S of Catstor Down

Two hut circles S of Catstor Down

England
List entry 1002548
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Two hut circles S of Catstor Down is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Devon, England. The monument comprises two circular structures characteristic of domestic occupation during the Bronze Age period, when such hut circles served as the primary form of habitation across the upland regions of south-western England. These earthwork remains represent evidence of permanent or semi-permanent settlement activity on Dartmoor, contributing to the archaeological understanding of Bronze Age land use and settlement patterns in the region. The site is part of the wider archaeological landscape of Catstor Down and its surviving topographical features provide valuable information about prehistoric domestic life and settlement organization.

Two hut circles S of Catstor Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002548. View the official record →

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What is Two hut circles S of Catstor Down?

Two hut circles S of Catstor Down is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002548.

Who is responsible for protecting Two hut circles S of Catstor Down?

Two hut circles S of Catstor Down 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 1002548.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two hut circles S of Catstor Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deer park and rabbit warren at Newnham Park (6.9 km), Post-medieval deer park, medieval fishpond, 18th century triumphal arch and a 19th century lead mine, ore works and smelt mill at Boringdon Park (7.1 km), Crownhill Fort (8.3 km).

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