Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCamp on Llanfair Hill

Camp on Llanfair Hill

England
List entry 1006256
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Camp on Llanfair Hill is a prehistoric hillfort located in Shropshire. The monument occupies a commanding position on elevated terrain and exhibits the characteristic defensive earthworks typical of Iron Age fortifications, including banks and ditches that once enclosed a substantial area. The site represents an important example of prehistoric settlement and territorial control in the Welsh borderland region during the later prehistoric period.

Camp on Llanfair Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006256. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp on Llanfair Hill?

Camp on Llanfair Hill is a prehistoric hillfort located in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006256.

Who is responsible for protecting Camp on Llanfair Hill?

Camp on Llanfair 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 1006256.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp on Llanfair Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 300m south of Skyborry (4.1 km), Offa's Dyke: section 475m north east of Nether Skyborry (4.3 km), Offa's Dyke: Section extending 202m from River Teme to West Street (5.8 km).

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