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Summary

A number of hut circles scattered throughout an aggregate field system, probably dating between the Bronze Age and the end of the fifth century. Constructed of horizontal stone slabs and earth, close to or abutting the field banks.

Location

Protected Status

• Scheduled Monument 1020574: Field systems, hut circles and four beacons, 510m south of Middle Soar

Other References/Statuses

• Old SAM Ref: 34884

Monument Type(s) and Dates

• HUT CIRCLE SETTLEMENT (Early Bronze Age to V - 2200 BC to 500 AD (Between))

Full description

Department for Culture, Media and Sport, 2002, Field Systems, Hut Circles and Four Beacons, 510 Metres South of Middle Soar (Schedule Document). SDV343411.

The huts are scattered throughout the field system, mostly singly, but occasionally in pairs, and usually placed close to or abutting the field banks. They measure from 8 metres to 12 metres in diameter, their walls being constructed of horizontal stone slabs and earth, measuring 2 metres wide and up to 1 metre high.

English Heritage, 2009, Heritage at Risk Register 2009: South West, 108 (Report - non-specific). SDV342694.

Generally satisfactory condition, but with significant localised problems. Principal vulnerability plant growth.

English Heritage, 2010, Heritage at Risk Register 2010: South West, 101 (Report - non-specific). SDV344777.

English Heritage, 2011, Heritage at Risk Register 2011: South West, 106 (Report - non-specific). SDV355280.

Generally satisfactory but with significant localised problems. Stable. Principal vulnerability plant growth.

Sources / Further Reading

Associated Monuments

Associated Finds: none recorded

Associated Events

• EDV6587 - Archaeological Assessment of Land between Bolt Heat and Bolt Tail

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