Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCausewayed enclosure and settlement enclosures immediately north west of Shire Gate

Causewayed enclosure and settlement enclosures immediately north west of Shire Gate

England
List entry 1016631
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The causewayed enclosure and settlement enclosures immediately north west of Shire Gate is a Neolithic monument located in Gloucestershire. The site comprises multiple enclosure features characteristic of early Neolithic occupation, dating to approximately the fourth millennium BC. Causewayed enclosures of this period typically served defensive, ceremonial, or administrative functions within early agricultural communities, and the associated settlement remains indicate sustained occupation. The monument's survival in the archaeological record provides evidence for early settlement patterns and land use in the Severn Valley region during the Neolithic period.

Causewayed enclosure and settlement enclosures immediately north west of Shire Gate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016631. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Causewayed enclosure and settlement enclosures immediately north west of Shire Gate?

The causewayed enclosure and settlement enclosures immediately north west of Shire Gate is a Neolithic monument located in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016631.

Who is responsible for protecting Causewayed enclosure and settlement enclosures immediately north west of Shire Gate?

Causewayed enclosure and settlement enclosures immediately north west of Shire Gate 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 1016631.

What other scheduled monuments are near Causewayed enclosure and settlement enclosures immediately north west of Shire Gate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Halfpenny Bridge (5.4 km), St John's Hospital (5.6 km), Medieval settlement remains at Inglesham (6.3 km).

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