Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCamp on Chilcombe Hill

Camp on Chilcombe Hill

England
List entry 1002777
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Camp on Chilcombe Hill is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Dorset. The monument occupies a prominent position on high ground and displays the defensive characteristics typical of Iron Age fortifications, including ramparts and ditches that would have served to enclose and protect a settlement. The site represents an important example of the hillforts that were constructed and occupied across southern Britain during the later prehistoric period, reflecting the settlement patterns and social organisation of Iron Age communities in the region.

Camp on Chilcombe Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002777. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp on Chilcombe Hill?

Camp on Chilcombe Hill is a prehistoric hillfort situated in Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002777.

Who is responsible for protecting Camp on Chilcombe Hill?

Camp on Chilcombe Hill 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 1002777.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp on Chilcombe Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two round barrows on Wears Hill (6.5 km), Four bowl barrows 725m ESE of Wears Farm (6.9 km), Dyke on Wears Hill (6.9 km).

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