Scheduled MonumentsEnglandChurch Hill earthwork

Church Hill earthwork

England
List entry 1003007
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Church Hill earthwork is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Winterbourne Monkton in Wiltshire. The monument comprises a series of interrupted ditch segments arranged in concentric arcs, a characteristic feature of causewayed camps dating to the early Neolithic period, approximately 3700 to 3500 BCE. The site's physical remains consist of substantial earthwork banks and ditches that are still visible in the landscape today. Church Hill represents an important example of early Neolithic settlement and communal gathering places, reflecting the social and economic practices of some of Britain's earliest farming communities.

Church Hill earthwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003007. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Church Hill earthwork?

Church Hill earthwork is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Winterbourne Monkton in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003007.

Who is responsible for protecting Church Hill earthwork?

Church Hill earthwork 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 1003007.

What other scheduled monuments are near Church Hill earthwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Camp on Forest Hill (6.7 km), Marlborough Mound (7.1 km), East Croft Coppice earthwork (7.4 km).

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