Calcot Camp

England
List entry 1006287
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Calcot Camp is a hillfort of probable Iron Age date located in Shropshire. The monument comprises a roughly circular or oval enclosure defined by a single substantial bank and ditch, situated on elevated terrain where it commands views across the surrounding landscape. Its earthwork defences suggest a settlement of considerable importance during the later prehistoric period, though limited archaeological investigation has constrained detailed understanding of its chronology and internal organisation. The site remains an important example of the defensive settlements that characterise the Iron Age settlement pattern of the Welsh Marches region.

Calcot Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006287. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Calcot Camp?

Calcot Camp is a hillfort of probable Iron Age date located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006287.

Who is responsible for protecting Calcot Camp?

Calcot 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 1006287.

What other scheduled monuments are near Calcot Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Offa's Dyke: Section from Road Junction near Drewin to County Boundary (6.5 km), Bishop's Moat Mound & Bailey Castle (6.5 km), Offa's Dyke: section 1/2 mile (800m) long, SE from county boundary to River Unk Also in Powys: Wales (6.8 km).

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