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Earthworks on Askerswell Down is a prehistoric monument complex located in Dorset, consisting of a series of defensive and domestic features dating to the Iron Age. The site comprises linear earthworks and enclosures that reflect the settlement patterns and territorial organisation of Iron Age communities in this region. The earthworks have been subject to archaeological investigation and recording as part of the understanding of Dorset's Iron Age landscape. Such monuments represent the enduring physical evidence of pre-Roman occupation and the development of fortified settlements during the later prehistoric period in southern England.
Earthworks on Askerswell Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003214. View the official record →
Earthworks on Askerswell Down is a prehistoric monument complex located in Dorset, consisting of a series of defensive and domestic features dating to the Iron Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003214.
Earthworks on Askerswell Down 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 1003214.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two round barrows on Wears Hill (5.9 km), Dyke on Wears Hill (6.2 km), Four bowl barrows 725m ESE of Wears Farm (6.2 km).
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