Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo stone hut circles and a length of walling 240m south west of Yellowmeade Farm

Two stone hut circles and a length of walling 240m south west of Yellowmeade Farm

England
List entry 1020157
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two stone hut circles and a length of walling 240m south west of Yellowmeade Farm is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon. The monument comprises two circular stone structures characteristic of Bronze Age domestic architecture, along with associated linear walling that may have served defensive or agricultural functions. The hut circles represent the remains of individual dwelling units typical of the later prehistoric period, when such settlements became increasingly common across southwestern Britain. The site exemplifies the pattern of dispersed farmstead settlement that characterised the Bronze Age landscape of Devon.

Two stone hut circles and a length of walling 240m south west of Yellowmeade Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020157. View the official record →

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What is Two stone hut circles and a length of walling 240m south west of Yellowmeade Farm?

Two stone hut circles and a length of walling 240m south west of Yellowmeade Farm is a prehistoric settlement site located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020157.

Who is responsible for protecting Two stone hut circles and a length of walling 240m south west of Yellowmeade Farm?

Two stone hut circles and a length of walling 240m south west of Yellowmeade Farm 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 1020157.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two stone hut circles and a length of walling 240m south west of Yellowmeade Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Vermin trap 520m SSW of Trowlesworthy Warren House forming part of Trowlesworthy Warren (9.7 km), Pillow mound 490m south of Trowlesworthy Warren House, forming part of Trowlesworthy Warren (9.7 km), Vermin trap 490m south of Trowlesworthy Warren House forming part of Trowlesworthy Warren (9.7 km).

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