Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEast Moneylaws camp

East Moneylaws camp

England
List entry 1006523
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

East Moneylaws camp is a prehistoric enclosure located in Northumberland, England. The site consists of an oval or sub-circular earthwork defined by a substantial bank and ditch, characteristic of Iron Age hillforts and defended settlements of northern Britain. Dating to the Iron Age period, the monument represents evidence of fortified settlement and territorial control during the pre-Roman occupation of Northumberland. The earthwork survives as an upstanding landscape feature that contributes to understanding patterns of Iron Age occupation and defensive architecture in the region.

East Moneylaws camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006523. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is East Moneylaws camp?

East Moneylaws camp is a prehistoric enclosure located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006523.

Who is responsible for protecting East Moneylaws camp?

East Moneylaws camp 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 1006523.

What other scheduled monuments are near East Moneylaws camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Trowupburn Roman period native enclosed settlement, 120m north of Trowupburn Farm (8.8 km), Two round cairns south west of Tuppie's Grave (9.1 km), Hut circle settlements and field systems at Hetha Burn Head (9.1 km).

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