Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCamp S of Birch Ham Wood

Camp S of Birch Ham Wood

England
List entry 1002533
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Camp S of Birch Ham Wood is a prehistoric hillfort or enclosed settlement located in Devon. The monument is scheduled as an ancient monument under the designation NHLE 1002533. It represents evidence of Iron Age settlement activity in the region, typical of the defended or enclosed settlements that characterise this period in south-west England. The site's physical remains comprise earthwork defences that have survived to the present day, though the specifics of its layout and condition would be best verified through consultation of the site's formal archaeological record and scheduling documentation.

Camp S of Birch Ham Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002533. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Camp S of Birch Ham Wood?

Camp S of Birch Ham Wood is a prehistoric hillfort or enclosed settlement located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002533.

Who is responsible for protecting Camp S of Birch Ham Wood?

Camp S of Birch Ham Wood 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 1002533.

What other scheduled monuments are near Camp S of Birch Ham Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Camp on Mockham Down (1.7 km), Camp in Smay's Wood (1.9 km), Round barrow cemetery 450m south west of Tossell's Barton (2 km).

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