Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBury Hill camp

Bury Hill camp

England
List entry 1001951
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bury Hill camp is a Iron Age hillfort situated near Mottisfont in Hampshire. The monument consists of a single bank and ditch defensive work enclosing an irregular hilltop position, typical of fortified settlements of the Iron Age period. Archaeological evidence and antiquarian records indicate occupation and use during the later Iron Age, prior to the Roman conquest of Britain. The site commands views across the Test valley and represents an important example of Hampshire's Iron Age defensive landscape.

Bury Hill camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001951. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bury Hill camp?

Bury Hill camp is a Iron Age hillfort situated near Mottisfont in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001951.

Who is responsible for protecting Bury Hill camp?

Bury 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 1001951.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bury Hill camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 700m south east of Waters Down Farm (6 km), The Moat (6.6 km), Long barrow and two bowl barrows, 400m north of Chattis Hill House (8 km).

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