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HER Number:MDV55466
Name:Cairn in field north of Hen Tor

Summary

Cairn lying within an historic field. Forms part of a complex multi period archaeological landscape on the north-west slope of Hen Tor overlooking the valley of the River Plym. Mound is 3m in diameter and stands up to 0.4m high.

Location

Grid Reference:SX 593 659
Map Sheet:SX56NE
Admin AreaDartmoor National Park
Civil ParishShaugh Prior
DistrictSouth Hams
Ecclesiastical ParishSHAUGH PRIOR

Protected Status

Other References/Statuses

  • Old DCC SMR Ref: SX56NE/596
  • Old SAM Ref: 24230(P)

Monument Type(s) and Dates

  • CAIRN (Constructed, Bronze Age - 2200 BC to 701 BC (Between))

Full description

Gerrard, S., 1990-2002, Monument Protection Programme. Archaeological Item Dataset., MPP 140455, 05/06/1995 (Report - Survey). SDV277946.

(SX 5933 6591) Cairn lying within an historic field. Forms part of a complex multi period archaeological landscape on the north-west slope of Hen Tor overlooking the valley of the River Plym. Mound is 3m in diameter and stands up to 0.4m high.

Sources / Further Reading

SDV277946Report - Survey: Gerrard, S.. 1990-2002. Monument Protection Programme. Archaeological Item Dataset.. Monument Protection Programme. Archaeological Item Dataset.. Mixed Archive Material + Digital. MPP 140455, 05/06/1995. [Mapped feature: #35025 ]

Associated Monuments

MDV55465Related to: Cairn in field north of Hen Tor (Monument)

Associated Finds: none recorded

Associated Events: none recorded


Date Last Edited:Oct 8 2019 11:08AM