Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarth Burgh (or Eorth Burh) NW of New Town Farm

Earth Burgh (or Eorth Burh) NW of New Town Farm

England
List entry 1004717
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Earth Burgh is a prehistoric earthwork situated northwest of New Town Farm in Wiltshire. The monument consists of a substantial univallate enclosure defined by a single bank and ditch, characteristic of Bronze Age or Iron Age defensive or ceremonial structures of southern England. Its precise dating and original function remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though its morphology suggests construction during the later prehistoric period. The site represents an important example of the earthwork fortifications that dot the Wiltshire landscape and contribute to understanding settlement patterns and land use in pre-Roman Britain.

Earth Burgh (or Eorth Burh) NW of New Town Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004717. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earth Burgh (or Eorth Burh) NW of New Town Farm?

Earth Burgh is a prehistoric earthwork situated northwest of New Town Farm in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004717.

Who is responsible for protecting Earth Burgh (or Eorth Burh) NW of New Town Farm?

Earth Burgh (or Eorth Burh) NW of New Town Farm 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 1004717.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earth Burgh (or Eorth Burh) NW of New Town Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Swanborough Tump (4.8 km), Giant's Grave (Martinsell Hill) (5.8 km), The Hatfield Earthwork: a henge enclosure, henge and remains of monumental mound at Marden (6.5 km).

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