Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCamp at Upper Dowdeswell

Camp at Upper Dowdeswell

England
List entry 1003321
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Camp at Upper Dowdeswell is a hillfort situated in Gloucestershire. The site occupies a prominent position on elevated ground and represents settlement activity from the Iron Age period. The earthwork comprises defensive banks and ditches characteristic of prehistoric fortified settlements of this region and era. As a scheduled ancient monument, it remains an important archaeological resource for understanding Iron Age settlement patterns and land use in the Cotswolds.

Camp at Upper Dowdeswell is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003321. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp at Upper Dowdeswell?

Camp at Upper Dowdeswell is a hillfort situated in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003321.

Who is responsible for protecting Camp at Upper Dowdeswell?

Camp at Upper Dowdeswell 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 1003321.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp at Upper Dowdeswell?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow N of Chedworth Roman villa (6.8 km), Chedworth Roman villa (7.3 km), Chedworth Woods Roman temple (8 km).

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