Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Dyke camp, Ugbrooke

Castle Dyke camp, Ugbrooke

England
List entry 1003846
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Dyke camp, Ugbrooke is a univallate hillfort situated in Devon. The monument consists of a single defensive rampart with an external ditch enclosing an area of higher ground. Dating to the Iron Age, the site represents a characteristic example of the fortified settlements that were established across south-western England during this period. The earthworks remain substantially visible in the landscape, preserving evidence of the settlement patterns and defensive strategies employed by Iron Age communities in the region.

Castle Dyke camp, Ugbrooke is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003846. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Dyke camp, Ugbrooke?

Castle Dyke camp, Ugbrooke is a univallate hillfort situated in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003846.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Dyke camp, Ugbrooke?

Castle Dyke camp, Ugbrooke 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 1003846.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Dyke camp, Ugbrooke?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tramp's Shelter, Chudleigh Rocks (0.8 km), Bishop's Palace (0.9 km), Pixie's Hole, Chudleigh Rocks (0.9 km).

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