Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCausewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney Farm

Causewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney Farm

England
List entry 1018656
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Causewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney Farm is a Neolithic monument located in Oxfordshire. The site consists of interrupted ditch systems characteristic of causewayed enclosures, a distinctive settlement and ritual monument type dating to the Early Neolithic period, broadly between 3700 and 3100 BC. These enclosures are defined by their segmented ditches with undigged gaps or causeways between sections, a feature that distinguishes them from later continuous defensive works. The monument represents an important aspect of early farming communities in southern Britain and contributes to understanding Neolithic settlement patterns and social organisation in the region.

Causewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018656. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Causewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney Farm?

Causewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney Farm is a Neolithic monument located in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018656.

Who is responsible for protecting Causewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney Farm?

Causewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney 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 1018656.

What other scheduled monuments are near Causewayed enclosure, 900m west of Chimney Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring ditches (0.8 km), Long mortuary enclosure and associated barrow 120m south of Rushey Weir (2.7 km), Causewayed enclosure and associated features on the south bank of the River Thames, immediately west of Rushey Weir (2.8 km).

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