Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Hill prehistoric defended enclosure

Castle Hill prehistoric defended enclosure

England
List entry 1012822
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Castle Hill is a prehistoric defended enclosure situated in Lancashire, England. The site represents an Iron Age fortification, characterised by its defensive earthworks comprising banks and ditches that would have enclosed and protected a settlement or gathering place. The monument's physical remains demonstrate the engineering practices of later prehistoric communities, reflecting the strategic and social importance of elevated positions in the landscape during this period. Castle Hill contributes to our understanding of Iron Age settlement patterns and defensive strategies in north-west England.

Castle Hill prehistoric defended enclosure is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012822. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Hill prehistoric defended enclosure?

Castle Hill is a prehistoric defended enclosure situated in Lancashire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012822.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Hill prehistoric defended enclosure?

Castle Hill prehistoric defended enclosure 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 1012822.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Hill prehistoric defended enclosure?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric, Romano-British, medieval and early post-medieval settlements, field systems and a deer park at High Park, east of Bindloss Farm (0.8 km), Roman milestone 500ft (150m) SE of Overtown Farm (2.7 km), Romano-British enclosed hut circle settlement 375m ENE of Collingholme (3.3 km).

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