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Earthwork enclosure in Penning Wood, 290m NE of Penning is a prehistoric monument consisting of a substantial circular or oval earthwork formed by banks and ditches. The site represents a form of enclosed settlement or defensive structure typical of Bronze Age or Iron Age Wiltshire, though precise dating remains uncertain without excavation. The enclosure's physical characteristics and topographical position within the wooded landscape suggest a settlement of some significance within the prehistoric landscape of the region. As a scheduled ancient monument, the site retains considerable archaeological potential for understanding settlement patterns and land use in prehistoric Wiltshire.
Earthwork enclosure in Penning Wood, 290m NE of Penning is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017714. View the official record →
Earthwork enclosure in Penning Wood, 290m NE of Penning is a prehistoric monument consisting of a substantial circular or oval earthwork formed by banks and ditches. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017714.
Earthwork enclosure in Penning Wood, 290m NE of Penning 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 1017714.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 400m west of Vicarage Barn (5.7 km), Tithe barn and gatehouse at Place Farm (6.7 km), Wick Farm settlement site (7.5 km).
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