Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCausewayed enclosure 175m west of Wheler Lodge Farm

Causewayed enclosure 175m west of Wheler Lodge Farm

England
List entry 1019477
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Causewayed enclosure 175m west of Wheler Lodge Farm is a Neolithic monument located in Leicestershire. The site consists of interrupted ditch circuits characteristic of causewayed enclosures, a distinctive settlement and ritual form of the fourth millennium BCE. These monuments served multiple functions including livestock management, seasonal gathering places, and ceremonial purposes. The Wheler Lodge Farm enclosure contributes to understanding of early Neolithic settlement patterns and community organisation in the East Midlands region.

Causewayed enclosure 175m west of Wheler Lodge Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019477. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Causewayed enclosure 175m west of Wheler Lodge Farm?

Causewayed enclosure 175m west of Wheler Lodge Farm is a Neolithic monument located in Leicestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019477.

Who is responsible for protecting Causewayed enclosure 175m west of Wheler Lodge Farm?

Causewayed enclosure 175m west of Wheler Lodge Farm 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 1019477.

What other scheduled monuments are near Causewayed enclosure 175m west of Wheler Lodge Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Old Sulby medieval settlement (1.7 km), Premonstratensian abbey at Sulby Abbey Farm (3 km), Moated site and fishponds south-west of Highfields Farm (3.8 km).

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