Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDunmallard small multivallate hillfort

Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort

England
List entry 1008264
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Dunmallard is a small multivallate hillfort located in Cumberland, England. The site is characterized by multiple concentric defensive earthworks comprising banks and ditches that encircle the hilltop position, a defensive arrangement typical of Iron Age fortified settlements in northern Britain. The monument dates to the Iron Age period, when such hillforts served as focal points for territorial control, defence, and possibly seasonal gatherings or administrative functions. The surviving earthworks remain substantially visible and form an important archaeological record of Iron Age settlement patterns in the northern English landscape.

Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008264. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort?

Dunmallard is a small multivallate hillfort located in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008264.

Who is responsible for protecting Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort?

Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort 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 1008264.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dunmallard small multivallate hillfort?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Towtop Kirk early Christian enclosure (7.2 km), Stone bridge, Cawdale Beck (7.4 km), High Street, Roman road (7.8 km).

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