Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCamp 325yds (300m) SE of Archerton

Camp 325yds (300m) SE of Archerton

England
List entry 1002636
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Camp 325 yards south-east of Archerton is a prehistoric enclosure located in Devon. The monument comprises an approximately circular or oval defensive earthwork defined by a bank and ditch system, characteristic of Iron Age settlement patterns in the south-west peninsula. The site's precise dating and functional interpretation remain subjects of archaeological study, though its morphological features are consistent with Iron Age occupation and land demarcation practices in Devon. The enclosure represents an important example of the defensive and domestic settlement infrastructure that characterised Iron Age communities in the region.

Camp 325yds (300m) SE of Archerton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002636. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp 325yds (300m) SE of Archerton?

Camp 325 yards south-east of Archerton is a prehistoric enclosure located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002636.

Who is responsible for protecting Camp 325yds (300m) SE of Archerton?

Camp 325yds (300m) SE of Archerton 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 1002636.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp 325yds (300m) SE of Archerton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn east of Down Tor, 770m north east of Combshead Tor (10.6 km), Enclosure east of Down Tor, 740m north east of Combshead Tor (10.6 km), Medieval farmstead and field system, post-medieval tinworks, prehistoric settlements and cairns north and west of Gibby Coombe (10.6 km).

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