Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDinedor Camp

Dinedor Camp

England
List entry 1001758
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dinedor Camp is a univallate Iron Age hillfort situated near the village of Dinedor in Herefordshire, commanding views across the River Wye valley. The monument comprises a single defensive bank and ditch enclosing an oval or subcircular enclosure, characteristic of later prehistoric fortified settlements in the Welsh Marches region. Occupation and use of the site is attributed to the Iron Age period, though the precise chronology and duration of settlement remain subjects for archaeological investigation. The hillfort represents an important example of the defensive and territorial strategies employed by Iron Age communities in the borderland between Wales and England.

Dinedor Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001758. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dinedor Camp?

Dinedor Camp is a univallate Iron Age hillfort situated near the village of Dinedor in Herefordshire, commanding views across the River Wye valley. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001758.

Who is responsible for protecting Dinedor Camp?

Dinedor Camp 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 1001758.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dinedor Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Aconbury Camp (3.9 km), Churchyard cross in St David's churchyard (4.6 km), Moated site, Trilloes Court Wood (4.7 km).

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