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Earthwork on Farther Commons

England
List entry 1001878
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earthwork on Farther Commons is a prehistoric monument located in Hampshire, England. The site comprises an archaeological earthwork whose precise chronological attribution and functional purpose remain subjects of archaeological study. Such monuments across Hampshire from this period typically represent settlement features, defensive structures, or ritual landscapes, though specific details regarding this particular earthwork's original character require reference to specialist archaeological surveys and excavation records. The monument's survival as an earthwork demonstrates the landscape's long continuity of human activity and use across prehistoric periods.

Earthwork on Farther Commons is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001878. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthwork on Farther Commons?

Earthwork on Farther Commons is a prehistoric monument located in Hampshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001878.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork on Farther Commons?

Earthwork on Farther Commons 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 1001878.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork on Farther Commons?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Multiple cross dyke on Harting Downs, 570m east of Down Place (8.2 km), Cross dyke on West Harting Down, 650m south west of Foxcombe Farm (8.2 km), The Vandalian Tower, Up Park (8.3 km).

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