Scheduled MonumentsEnglandA section of a linear earthwork south west of Great Litchfield Down

A section of a linear earthwork south west of Great Litchfield Down

England
List entry 1012039
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

A section of a linear earthwork south west of Great Litchfield Down is a prehistoric defensive or boundary work located in Hampshire. The earthwork survives as a substantial linear bank and ditch system characteristic of Iron Age construction, representing either a territorial boundary or defensive installation associated with settlement patterns of that period. The monument's preservation allows examination of prehistoric land division and settlement organisation in the region, contributing to understanding of later prehistoric land use and social organisation in central southern England.

A section of a linear earthwork south west of Great Litchfield Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012039. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is A section of a linear earthwork south west of Great Litchfield Down?

A section of a linear earthwork south west of Great Litchfield Down is a prehistoric defensive or boundary work located in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012039.

Who is responsible for protecting A section of a linear earthwork south west of Great Litchfield Down?

A section of a linear earthwork south west of Great Litchfield Down 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 1012039.

What other scheduled monuments are near A section of a linear earthwork south west of Great Litchfield Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 150yds (140m) E of The Hassock (2.5 km), Earthworks in Danegrove Copse (2.6 km), Length of Roman road in Bradley Wood (3.4 km).

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