Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBussock camp

Bussock camp

England
List entry 1006984
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bussock camp is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Inkpen in Berkshire. The monument consists of concentric interrupted ditches characteristic of causewayed enclosures dating to the early Neolithic period, roughly 3700 to 3000 BCE. Such sites are interpreted by archaeologists as serving ritual, ceremonial, or communal gathering functions rather than primarily defensive purposes, though their precise use remains subject to scholarly debate. Bussock camp represents an important example of early Neolithic monumental construction in southern England and contributes to understanding patterns of settlement and social organisation during this foundational period of the Neolithic.

Bussock camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006984. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bussock camp?

Bussock camp is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Inkpen in Berkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006984.

Who is responsible for protecting Bussock camp?

Bussock 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 1006984.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bussock camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Donnington Castle: a quadrangular castle and 17th century fieldwork. (3.4 km), Bowl barrow 670m east of Rowbury Farm (3.5 km), Grimsbury Castle (4.3 km).

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