Castle Dyke

England
List entry 1002492
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Dyke is a prehistoric hillforts located in Devon, England. The monument comprises a substantial earthwork featuring defensive banks and ditches characteristic of Iron Age fortification, though it may incorporate earlier occupation phases. The site's elevated position and constructed defences suggest it served as a territorial stronghold and likely a place of refuge during the later prehistoric period. The surviving earthworks remain visible in the landscape and contribute to understanding the settlement hierarchy and defensive strategies of pre-Roman Devon.

Castle Dyke is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002492. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Dyke?

Castle Dyke is a prehistoric hillforts located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002492.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Dyke?

Castle Dyke 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 1002492.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Dyke?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric field system and settlements on Kerswell Down and Whilborough Common (5.1 km), The Old Grotto, Dyer's Wood (5.4 km), Churchyard Cross (5.5 km).

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