Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBanjo enclosure, two barrows and associated field system in Blagden Copse

Banjo enclosure, two barrows and associated field system in Blagden Copse

England
List entry 1009843
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Banjo enclosure, two barrows and associated field system in Blagden Copse is a Bronze Age and Iron Age monument complex located in Hampshire, England. The site comprises a characteristic banjo enclosure, a form of prehistoric settlement earthwork defined by a small circular or sub-rectangular enclosure connected to a linear entrance trackway, alongside two barrows that represent funerary monuments of the Bronze Age period. The associated field system demonstrates the agricultural organization of the prehistoric landscape contemporaneous with the settlement. The monument is protected as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its significance for understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and land use in southern England.

Banjo enclosure, two barrows and associated field system in Blagden Copse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009843. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Banjo enclosure, two barrows and associated field system in Blagden Copse?

Banjo enclosure, two barrows and associated field system in Blagden Copse is a Bronze Age and Iron Age monument complex located in Hampshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009843.

Who is responsible for protecting Banjo enclosure, two barrows and associated field system in Blagden Copse?

Banjo enclosure, two barrows and associated field system in Blagden Copse 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 1009843.

What other scheduled monuments are near Banjo enclosure, two barrows and associated field system in Blagden Copse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Iron Age enclosure and associated earthworks in the north east corner of Blagden Copse (0.3 km), Berisbury camp near Hampshire Gate (4.1 km), Long Barrow 350m south-east of Nutbane (4.3 km).

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