Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCausewayed enclosure and two ring ditches 140m south-east of New Farm

Causewayed enclosure and two ring ditches 140m south-east of New Farm

England
List entry 1009237
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The causewayed enclosure and two ring ditches 140 metres south-east of New Farm is a Neolithic monument located in Cambridgeshire. The site comprises a causewayed enclosure, characteristic of the earlier Neolithic period, together with two Bronze Age ring ditches which represent a later phase of activity at or near the location. Causewayed enclosures are among the earliest monumental earthworks in Britain, typically consisting of concentric or interrupted ditch systems and serving functions including settlement, gathering places, and ritual purposes. The presence of both Neolithic and Bronze Age features at this location demonstrates the enduring significance of the site across multiple prehistoric periods.

Causewayed enclosure and two ring ditches 140m south-east of New Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009237. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Causewayed enclosure and two ring ditches 140m south-east of New Farm?

The causewayed enclosure and two ring ditches 140 metres south-east of New Farm is a Neolithic monument located in Cambridgeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009237.

Who is responsible for protecting Causewayed enclosure and two ring ditches 140m south-east of New Farm?

Causewayed enclosure and two ring ditches 140m south-east of New 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 1009237.

What other scheduled monuments are near Causewayed enclosure and two ring ditches 140m south-east of New Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle and associated earthworks 100m south of Tuthill Farm (6.1 km), Moated site, Goodfellows. (6.3 km), Double moat and fishpond, Queenbury (6.4 km).

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