Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCamp on Church Hill

Camp on Church Hill

England
List entry 1003261
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Camp on Church Hill is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Bledlow in Buckinghamshire. The site consists of interrupted ditch segments and internal banks characteristic of early Neolithic defensive or ceremonial structures, dating to approximately 3500–2500 BCE. Its proximity to Church Hill suggests association with elevated terrain favourable for settlement and control of the surrounding landscape. The monument represents an important example of early agricultural community organisation in the Chilterns region during the period of Neolithic expansion across southern Britain.

Camp on Church Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003261. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp on Church Hill?

Camp on Church Hill is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Bledlow in Buckinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003261.

Who is responsible for protecting Camp on Church Hill?

Camp on Church 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 1003261.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp on Church Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Desborough Castle (2.7 km), Fillington Wood medieval settlement (2.9 km), Earthworks in Park Wood (3.1 km).

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