Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBalt Moor Wall

Balt Moor Wall

England
List entry 1018952
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Balt Moor Wall is a prehistoric earthwork located in Somerset. The monument consists of a linear bank and ditch system that survives as an archaeological feature in the landscape. Dating evidence and structural characteristics suggest Iron Age construction, though the precise chronology and function of the work remain subjects of study. The wall represents part of the broader pattern of linear earthworks found across the Somerset landscape during the later prehistoric period.

Balt Moor Wall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018952. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Balt Moor Wall?

Balt Moor Wall is a prehistoric earthwork located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018952.

Who is responsible for protecting Balt Moor Wall?

Balt Moor Wall 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 1018952.

What other scheduled monuments are near Balt Moor Wall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Anglo-Saxon occupation site and site of Athelney Abbey on Athelney Hill (0.5 km), Anglo-Saxon burh at East Lyng (0.6 km), Burrow Mump: a motte castle, later chapel and associated earthworks (2.5 km).

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