Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBrandon Dean camp

Brandon Dean camp

England
List entry 1006528
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Brandon Dean camp is a Neolithic enclosure located in Northumberland, England. The site comprises a roughly circular or oval defensive work defined by substantial earthwork remains, typical of early Neolithic communal monuments of the fourth millennium BC. Its form and construction suggest it served functions related to ritual, gathering, or defence during the early prehistoric period. The monument remains visible as an archaeological landscape feature and contributes to understanding of Neolithic settlement and social organisation in northern Britain.

Brandon Dean camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006528. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Brandon Dean camp?

Brandon Dean camp is a Neolithic enclosure located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006528.

Who is responsible for protecting Brandon Dean camp?

Brandon Dean 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 1006528.

What other scheduled monuments are near Brandon Dean camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Multivallate hillfort, 550m north of Callaly Castle (7.4 km), Univallate hillfort and medieval tower, 750m East of Callaly Castle (8.3 km), Round cairn, 140m SSW of Macartney's Cave (8.7 km).

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