Scheduled MonumentsEnglandUnenclosed stone hut circle settlement on the western edge of Lee Moor

Unenclosed stone hut circle settlement on the western edge of Lee Moor

England
List entry 1012116
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The unenclosed stone hut circle settlement on the western edge of Lee Moor is a Bronze Age settlement comprising multiple domestic structures constructed from stone. Located on the moorland of Devon, the site consists of several circular or oval stone foundations representing the remains of prehistoric dwellings, typical of the upland settlement patterns established during the Bronze Age in south-west England. The unenclosed character of the settlement, with hut circles distributed across the landscape without surrounding defensive or boundary walls, reflects the pastoral and agricultural economy of Bronze Age moorland communities. The site contributes significantly to understanding Bronze Age domestic settlement and land use patterns in Devon's upland regions.

Unenclosed stone hut circle settlement on the western edge of Lee Moor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012116. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Unenclosed stone hut circle settlement on the western edge of Lee Moor?

The unenclosed stone hut circle settlement on the western edge of Lee Moor is a Bronze Age settlement comprising multiple domestic structures constructed from stone. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012116.

Who is responsible for protecting Unenclosed stone hut circle settlement on the western edge of Lee Moor?

Unenclosed stone hut circle settlement on the western edge of Lee Moor 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 1012116.

What other scheduled monuments are near Unenclosed stone hut circle settlement on the western edge of Lee Moor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric barrow cemetery on Crownhill Down, 900m north of Drakelands Farm (5.1 km), Barrow cemetery on western slope of Crownhill Down (5.2 km), Round barrow 950yds (868m) N of Drakeland Corner (5.4 km).

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