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 univallate hillfort located in Warwickshire, dating to the Iron Age period. The monument is defined by a single defensive rampart with an associated ditch, characteristic of fortified settlements constructed during the later prehistoric period in the English Midlands. The site represents an important example of Iron Age settlement hierarchy and territorial control in the region, reflecting the strategic use of elevated positions for defensive and administrative purposes. As a scheduled ancient monument, Barnmoor Wood camp remains significant for understanding Iron Age settlement patterns and the military architecture of pre-Roman Britain.

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 univallate hillfort located in Warwickshire, dating to the Iron Age period. 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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