Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEarthworks near St Giles' Church

Earthworks near St Giles' Church

England
List entry 1005954
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Earthworks near St Giles' Church is a scheduled ancient monument comprising defensive or boundary earthworks located in Surrey. The site consists of substantial banks and ditches whose original purpose and precise dating remain subjects of archaeological study, though their form suggests medieval construction or reuse. The earthworks may represent remnants of a fortified enclosure, manorial boundary, or settlement-related defensive features associated with the vicinity of the church. Their survival in the modern landscape provides valuable evidence for understanding the medieval organisation and topography of the locality.

Earthworks near St Giles' Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005954. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Earthworks near St Giles' Church?

Earthworks near St Giles' Church is a scheduled ancient monument comprising defensive or boundary earthworks located in Surrey. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005954.

Who is responsible for protecting Earthworks near St Giles' Church?

Earthworks near St Giles' Church 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 1005954.

What other scheduled monuments are near Earthworks near St Giles' Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Betchworth Castle (8 km), Two bowl barrows 70m south of Buckland Road: part of Reigate Heath round barrow cemetery (8.8 km), Bowl barrow 130m south of Buckland Road: part of Reigate Heath round barrow cemetery (8.9 km).

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