Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthwork 200yds (180m) W of parish church

Earthwork 200yds (180m) W of parish church

England
List entry 1004703
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Earthwork 200yds (180m) W of parish church is a scheduled ancient monument located in Wiltshire. The site comprises an earthwork of prehistoric or early medieval date, though precise chronology remains uncertain without detailed excavation. Its physical form and relationship to the adjacent parish church suggest it may represent either a defensive work, ritual enclosure, or settlement-related feature of significance to the local landscape history. The monument's survival as an earthwork indicates its importance within the archaeological record of the parish, warranting its designation for statutory protection.

Earthwork 200yds (180m) W of parish church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004703. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthwork 200yds (180m) W of parish church?

Earthwork 200yds (180m) W of parish church is a scheduled ancient monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004703.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork 200yds (180m) W of parish church?

Earthwork 200yds (180m) W of parish church 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 1004703.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork 200yds (180m) W of parish church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Giant's Cave: a chambered long barrow 750m south west of Allengrove Farm (4.3 km), Long barrow 600m north of Hebden Farm (4.3 km), Pillow mound 280m south west of Surrendell Farm (4.5 km).

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