Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Grove camp

Castle Grove camp

England
List entry 1006336
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Grove camp is a prehistoric earthwork located in Oxfordshire. The site comprises a small univallate enclosure defined by a bank and ditch system characteristic of Iron Age hill forts or defended settlements. Its precise chronology and function remain subjects of archaeological study, though the monument represents an important example of Iron Age defensive architecture in the region. The earthwork survives as a scheduled ancient monument, preserving evidence of prehistoric land use and settlement patterns in Oxfordshire.

Castle Grove camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006336. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Grove camp?

Castle Grove camp is a prehistoric earthwork located in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006336.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Grove camp?

Castle Grove camp 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 1006336.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Grove camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthworks in Friarhampstead Wood (3.8 km), Camp on Bozedown (4.8 km), Greys Court; castle wall, towers and well house (4.9 km).

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