Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBotley Hill ditch

Botley Hill ditch

England
List entry 1004745
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Botley Hill ditch is a linear earthwork located in Wiltshire, England, identified as an ancient monument of archaeological significance. The monument consists of a substantial ditch that forms part of the prehistoric landscape infrastructure of the region. Dating evidence and archaeological assessment place this feature within the broader context of Iron Age or earlier prehistoric land division and territorial demarcation. The ditch represents an important example of ancient boundary systems that organised the landscape and communities of prehistoric Wiltshire.

Botley Hill ditch is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004745. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Botley Hill ditch?

Botley Hill ditch is a linear earthwork located in Wiltshire, England, identified as an ancient monument of archaeological significance. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004745.

Who is responsible for protecting Botley Hill ditch?

Botley Hill ditch 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 1004745.

What other scheduled monuments are near Botley Hill ditch?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Scotspoor barrow (4 km), Disc barrow 600m north-west of Heath Copse (4.3 km), Two disc barrows 700m north-west of Heath Copse (4.4 km).

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