Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Rings camp

Castle Rings camp

England
List entry 1005698
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Rings camp is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Marden in Wiltshire. The monument comprises a series of interrupted ditches arranged in concentric rings, characteristic of causewayed camps of the fourth millennium BC. The site represents evidence of communal gathering and possibly ritual activity during the Early Neolithic period, when such enclosures served functions beyond simple defensive fortification. Castle Rings is situated within the broader landscape of Neolithic monuments in the Vale of Pewsey, contributing to understanding of settlement patterns and ceremonial practices in prehistoric southern Britain.

Castle Rings camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005698. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Rings camp?

Castle Rings camp is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Marden in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005698.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Rings camp?

Castle Rings 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 1005698.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Rings camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross ridge dyke 140m north and 70m south of Hatts Barn (6.4 km), Two cross dykes on Fontmell Down, 850m and 880m south east of Gourd's Farm (6.8 km), Bowl barrow 220m north west of Gore Farm (6.8 km).

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