Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCaesar's Camp, Scholes Coppice

Caesar's Camp, Scholes Coppice

England
List entry 1004829
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Caesar's Camp, Scholes Coppice is a univallate hillfort situated in Yorkshire, England. The site consists of a single defensive rampart enclosing an area of archaeological interest, characteristic of Iron Age fortified settlements in northern Britain. Its precise dating and functional purpose remain subjects of archaeological study, though such camps in the region typically date to the Iron Age period. The monument represents an important record of prehistoric settlement patterns and defensive strategies in Yorkshire, preserved within Scholes Coppice.

Caesar's Camp, Scholes Coppice is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004829. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Caesar's Camp, Scholes Coppice?

Caesar's Camp, Scholes Coppice is a univallate hillfort situated in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004829.

Who is responsible for protecting Caesar's Camp, Scholes Coppice?

Caesar's Camp, Scholes Coppice 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 1004829.

What other scheduled monuments are near Caesar's Camp, Scholes Coppice?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman Ridge: section 400yds (370m) long from Hill Top Lane to Little Common Lane (2.3 km), Roman Ridge: SE of Hill Top (section 700yds (660m) long, Meadowhall Road to Hill Top) (2.8 km), Roman Ridge: section 600yds (550m) long between Jenkin Lane (now Road) and Tylers Street (4 km).

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