Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthwork enclosure 850m north of Mere Down Farm

Earthwork enclosure 850m north of Mere Down Farm

England
List entry 1016911
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earthwork enclosure 850m north of Mere Down Farm is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire. The site comprises an earthwork enclosure of uncertain date, though such monuments in this region are typically Iron Age or earlier in origin. The enclosure survives as an earthwork feature visible in the landscape, representing a significant record of prehistoric settlement or land use patterns in the area. Like many such enclosures across Wiltshire, it contributes to understanding of the region's archaeological heritage and the development of fortified or delimited spaces during the pre-Roman period.

Earthwork enclosure 850m north of Mere Down Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016911. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthwork enclosure 850m north of Mere Down Farm?

Earthwork enclosure 850m north of Mere Down Farm is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016911.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork enclosure 850m north of Mere Down Farm?

Earthwork enclosure 850m north of Mere Down 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 1016911.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork enclosure 850m north of Mere Down Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval field system (2.5 km), Bowl barrow 190m north east of Burton Farm (3.1 km), Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge (3.6 km).

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