Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthwork enclosure S of Blackall's Copse

Earthwork enclosure S of Blackall's Copse

England
List entry 1004579
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earthwork enclosure S of Blackall's Copse is an Iron Age defensive settlement located in Devon. The monument consists of a sub-rectangular enclosure formed by substantial banks and ditches, characteristic of Iron Age hillfort or settlement construction in the south-west of England. The site dates to the Iron Age period, reflecting the defensive and domestic practices of pre-Roman British communities in Devon. The earthwork remains visible as a landscape feature demonstrating the settlement patterns and fortification strategies employed during this archaeologically significant period.

Earthwork enclosure S of Blackall's Copse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004579. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthwork enclosure S of Blackall's Copse?

Earthwork enclosure S of Blackall's Copse is an Iron Age defensive settlement located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004579.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork enclosure S of Blackall's Copse?

Earthwork enclosure S of Blackall's Copse 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 1004579.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork enclosure S of Blackall's Copse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthwork enclosure 220yds (200m) NE of Church Path Hill Plantation (1.6 km), Enclosures NE of Peamore Cottage (1.6 km), Linear round barrow cemetery at Castle Park, Alphington (2.3 km).

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