Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthwork W of Woodford Clump

Earthwork W of Woodford Clump

England
List entry 1005607
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earthwork W of Woodford Clump is a prehistoric linear earthwork located in Wiltshire. The monument consists of a substantial bank and ditch arrangement typical of Bronze Age or Iron Age defensive or territorial boundaries. Its precise dating and original function remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though such linear features across the Wiltshire downlands generally relate to land division and settlement patterns of the later prehistoric period. The earthwork survives as an upstanding archaeological feature of regional significance within the broader landscape of prehistoric Wiltshire monuments.

Earthwork W of Woodford Clump is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005607. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthwork W of Woodford Clump?

Earthwork W of Woodford Clump is a prehistoric linear earthwork located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005607.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthwork W of Woodford Clump?

Earthwork W of Woodford Clump 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 1005607.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthwork W of Woodford Clump?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hare Warren Control Station (7.3 km), Neale's Barrow, round barrow (7.3 km), Round barrows S of Hare Warren (7.6 km).

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