Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCleeve Hill camp near Cheltenham

Cleeve Hill camp near Cheltenham

England
List entry 1002132
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cleeve Hill camp is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure situated on elevated ground near Cheltenham in Gloucestershire. The monument comprises a series of interrupted ditches and banks characteristic of Neolithic ritual and settlement sites of the fourth millennium BC. Located at approximately 300 metres above sea level, the site commands extensive views across the surrounding landscape. Archaeological investigation has revealed material culture consistent with early Neolithic occupation and ceremonial activity, though the precise functions of such enclosures remain subject to scholarly interpretation.

Cleeve Hill camp near Cheltenham is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002132. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cleeve Hill camp near Cheltenham?

Cleeve Hill camp is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure situated on elevated ground near Cheltenham in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002132.

Who is responsible for protecting Cleeve Hill camp near Cheltenham?

Cleeve Hill camp near Cheltenham 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 1002132.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cleeve Hill camp near Cheltenham?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Camp at Upper Dowdeswell (6.8 km), Lineover long barrow, 530m south west of Castle Barn Farm (7 km), Bowl barrow known as St Paul's Epistle Mound (7.5 km).

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