Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo overlapping enclosures on the western edge of the River Walkham

Two overlapping enclosures on the western edge of the River Walkham

England
List entry 1007545
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two overlapping enclosures on the western edge of the River Walkham is a prehistoric monument located in Devon, England. The site comprises two circular or sub-circular earthwork enclosures whose overlapping layout suggests construction or modification across different periods of prehistoric activity. The monument lies adjacent to the River Walkham, a location that would have offered access to water resources and valley-floor settlement opportunities during antiquity. The precise dating and functional purpose of the enclosures remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though their form is consistent with prehistoric ceremonial, defensive, or settlement-related earthworks common to southwest England.

Two overlapping enclosures on the western edge of the River Walkham is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007545. View the official record →

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What is Two overlapping enclosures on the western edge of the River Walkham?

Two overlapping enclosures on the western edge of the River Walkham is a prehistoric monument located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007545.

Who is responsible for protecting Two overlapping enclosures on the western edge of the River Walkham?

Two overlapping enclosures on the western edge of the River Walkham 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 1007545.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two overlapping enclosures on the western edge of the River Walkham?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including The Remains of Longstone Manor House, Wind Strew and associated features (9.3 km), Warren at Sheeps Tor, 520m north of Chubstone Cottage (9.6 km), Cist south east of Roughtor Plantation (9.7 km).

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