Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthwork enclosure N of Wansdyke

Earthwork enclosure N of Wansdyke

England
List entry 1005705
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earthwork enclosure N of Wansdyke is a prehistoric or Romano-British enclosed settlement located in Wiltshire, England. The monument comprises an irregularly shaped earthwork with surviving banks and ditches that define an enclosed area, positioned within the wider landscape context of the Wansdyke linear earthwork system. The enclosure's precise dating remains uncertain, though its construction and use likely fall within the later prehistoric or Romano-British period. The site represents evidence of settlement activity and land management practices during periods of significant landscape organisation in the region.

Earthwork enclosure N of Wansdyke is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005705. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthwork enclosure N of Wansdyke?

Earthwork enclosure N of Wansdyke is a prehistoric or Romano-British enclosed settlement located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005705.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork enclosure N of Wansdyke?

Earthwork enclosure N of Wansdyke 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 1005705.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork enclosure N of Wansdyke?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Adam's Grave: a long barrow on Walker's Hill (1.8 km), Knap Hill camp near Alton Priors (2.1 km), All Cannings Cross, an Early Iron Age settlement site (3.1 km).

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