Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBurpham camp

Burpham camp

England
List entry 1005894
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Burpham camp is a prehistoric hillfort located near the village of Burpham in West Sussex, England. The monument consists of a roughly oval enclosure defined by a substantial bank and ditch, positioned on elevated ground that commands views of the surrounding landscape. The site dates to the Iron Age, a period during which such fortified settlements served important functions in territorial control and community defence across southern Britain. Burpham camp remains a significant example of Iron Age defensive architecture in the South Downs region, though the precise chronology and duration of occupation require further archaeological investigation.

Burpham camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005894. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Burpham camp?

Burpham camp is a prehistoric hillfort located near the village of Burpham in West Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005894.

Who is responsible for protecting Burpham camp?

Burpham 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 1005894.

What other scheduled monuments are near Burpham camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ringwork 400m NNW of Batworthpark House (2 km), Arundel Castle (2.5 km), Maison Dieu (2.5 km).

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