Reasons for Designation
Stone hut circles and hut circle settlements were the dwelling places of
prehistoric farmers. Most date from the Bronze Age (c.2000-700 BC). The stone-
based round-houses consist of low walls or banks enclosing a circular floor
area; the remains of the turf, thatch or heather roofs are not preserved. The
huts may occur singly or in small or large groups and may lie in the open or
be enclosed by a bank of earth or stone. Frequently traces of their associated
field systems may be found immediately around them. These may be indicated by
areas of clearance cairns and/or the remains of field walls and other
enclosures. The longevity of use of hut circle settlements and their
relationship with other monument types provides important information on the
diversity of social organisation and farming practices amongst prehistoric
communities. They are particularly representative of their period and a
substantial proportion of surviving examples are considered worthy of
protection.
Details
The monument includes a stone hut circle of Bronze Age date, situated in a
sheltered position at the foot of Green Crags. The hut circle is visible as
the roughly circular foundations of a building, comprising a bank 1.6m wide
and 0.4m high, composed of large stones set on end. The interior of the
building measures 4m in diameter. It is not obvious where the original
entrance was but this is normally found in the south-eastern corner.
Legacy
The contents of this record have been generated from a legacy data system.
Legacy System number:
20940
Legacy System:
RSM
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