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Caynham Camp is a large univallate hillfort situated approximately 700 metres north-west of Caynham in Shropshire, England. The monument is defined by a single defensive bank and ditch enclosing an area of substantial size, a configuration typical of Iron Age fortified settlements in the English Midlands. The site dates to the Iron Age period, representing a significant example of prehistoric hillforts that served defensive, administrative, and possibly ceremonial functions within their respective communities. Its prominence in the landscape and structural design reflect the strategic importance of controlling high ground during this period of regional settlement and territorial organisation.
Caynham Camp, a large univallate hillfort 700m north west of Caynham is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010313. View the official record →
Caynham Camp is a large univallate hillfort situated approximately 700 metres north-west of Caynham in Shropshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010313.
Caynham Camp, a large univallate hillfort 700m north west of Caynham 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 1010313.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Standing cross in Caynham churchyard (1 km), The Bower moated site (1.8 km), Augustinian friary adjacent to the junction of Lower Galdeford and Weeping Cross Lane (3 km).
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