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Berry Castle

England
List entry 1019541
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Berry Castle is a hillfort located in Devon, England, dating to the Iron Age. The monument is situated on elevated terrain and exhibits the characteristic defensive features of Iron Age settlements, including ramparted enclosures. The site represents an important example of prehistoric fortified settlement in the South West of England. Its archaeological significance lies in the evidence it provides for Iron Age settlement patterns and land use in Devon during the pre-Roman period.

Berry Castle is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019541. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Berry Castle?

Berry Castle is a hillfort located in Devon, England, dating to the Iron Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019541.

Who is responsible for protecting Berry Castle?

Berry Castle 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 1019541.

What other scheduled monuments are near Berry Castle?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Burridge Camp (6.8 km), The Long Stone, 275m south east of Horseford Lodge (7.1 km), Bowl barrow on Dart Raffe Moor lying 725m south west of Broadridge Farm (7.2 km).

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