Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBeacon Hill camp

Beacon Hill camp

England
List entry 1003241
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Beacon Hill camp is a hillfort situated in Nottinghamshire, England. The monument dates to the Iron Age and represents a significant defensive settlement of the pre-Roman period. The site is characterised by its earthwork defences, which survive as substantial banks and ditches defining the enclosure. As a scheduled ancient monument, Beacon Hill camp contributes important evidence to understanding Iron Age settlement patterns and territorial organisation in the East Midlands.

Beacon Hill camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003241. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Beacon Hill camp?

Beacon Hill camp is a hillfort situated in Nottinghamshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003241.

Who is responsible for protecting Beacon Hill camp?

Beacon Hill 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 1003241.

What other scheduled monuments are near Beacon Hill camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Market cross 70m west of the Church of St Peter and St Paul (0.6 km), Standing cross on Walkeringham village green (3.3 km), Mattersey Priory Gilbertine monastery: monastic precinct. (4.1 km).

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