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The earthworks near the church at West Tilbury constitute a significant archaeological complex within Essex. The site comprises defensive and settlement-related features that reflect occupation and use across multiple historical periods, though the earthworks are primarily associated with medieval activity. The physical remains include banks and ditches that are characteristic of fortified settlement patterns common to the later medieval period in Essex. These earthworks represent an important record of local defensive infrastructure and land management practices during a formative period in the region's history.
Earthworks near church, West Tilbury is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002199. View the official record →
The earthworks near the church at West Tilbury constitute a significant archaeological complex within Essex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002199.
Earthworks near church, West Tilbury 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 1002199.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gravesend blockhouse (3.5 km), New Tavern Fort, Gravesend, including Milton Chantry (3.5 km), Neolithic sites near Ebbsfleet (5.9 km).
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