Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthwork NE of Tadmarton village

Earthwork NE of Tadmarton village

England
List entry 1002923
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earthwork NE of Tadmarton village is a prehistoric or early medieval linear earthwork situated in Oxfordshire. The monument consists of a bank and ditch formation aligned north-south, characteristic of territorial or defensive boundaries constructed during the Iron Age or Anglo-Saxon period. Its precise dating and original function remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though such linear earthworks commonly served to demarcate land divisions, control livestock movement, or define settlement boundaries. The site is scheduled as an ancient monument under national heritage protection.

Earthwork NE of Tadmarton village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002923. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthwork NE of Tadmarton village?

Earthwork NE of Tadmarton village is a prehistoric or early medieval linear earthwork situated in Oxfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002923.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork NE of Tadmarton village?

Earthwork NE of Tadmarton village 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 1002923.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork NE of Tadmarton village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Madmarston Hill camp (1.2 km), Broughton Castle: fortified house and moat (2 km), Castle Bank Enclosure (2.2 km).

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