Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCamp at Squerryes Park

Camp at Squerryes Park

England
List entry 1005180
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Camp at Squerryes Park is a prehistoric earthwork located near Westerham in Kent. The site consists of a roughly circular or oval enclosure defined by a bank and ditch, characteristic of Iron Age defensive or communal structures, though the precise dating and function of the monument remain subject to archaeological interpretation. Its location on high ground within the Squerryes Park estate suggests strategic positioning typical of prehistoric settlement hierarchies in the Weald region. The earthwork represents an important archaeological record of Iron Age activity in Kent, though the site has been significantly modified by subsequent land use and landscaping associated with the country estate.

Camp at Squerryes Park is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005180. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp at Squerryes Park?

Camp at Squerryes Park is a prehistoric earthwork located near Westerham in Kent. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005180.

Who is responsible for protecting Camp at Squerryes Park?

Camp at Squerryes Park 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 1005180.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp at Squerryes Park?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Linear earthwork 230m south west of Covers Farm (1.6 km), Romano-Celtic temple and Roman road at Church Field, 150m north of Church Wood (3.5 km), Remains of Roman villa, Titsey Park (4.5 km).

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