Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBarnmoor Wood camp

Barnmoor Wood camp

England
List entry 1011369
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Barnmoor Wood camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Warwickshire. The monument consists of a roughly circular or oval enclosure defined by substantial earthwork defences comprising banks and ditches. Dating evidence and structural characteristics indicate Iron Age construction and use, placing it within the later prehistoric period of British settlement. The site represents an important example of the defended settlement pattern characteristic of the Iron Age midlands.

Barnmoor Wood camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011369. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Barnmoor Wood camp?

Barnmoor Wood camp is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Warwickshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011369.

Who is responsible for protecting Barnmoor Wood camp?

Barnmoor Wood camp 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 1011369.

What other scheduled monuments are near Barnmoor Wood camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site 240m north west of Preston Hill Farm (1.2 km), Aqueduct (2.5 km), Earthworks W of St Peter's Church (2.8 km).

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