Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure on Maddington Down

Enclosure on Maddington Down

England
List entry 1009442
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure on Maddington Down is a prehistoric earthwork situated on the chalk downland of Wiltshire. The monument comprises a roughly circular or subcircular enclosure defined by a substantial bank and ditch, characteristic of Neolithic or Bronze Age settlement activity on the Wiltshire downs. The earthwork remains visible as an archaeological feature in the landscape, though its precise date and function have been subject to archaeological interpretation. The site forms part of the wider pattern of prehistoric occupation and land use across Salisbury Plain and the surrounding downland regions.

Enclosure on Maddington Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009442. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure on Maddington Down?

Enclosure on Maddington Down is a prehistoric earthwork situated on the chalk downland of Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009442.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure on Maddington Down?

Enclosure on Maddington 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 1009442.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure on Maddington Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Stapleford Castle (6 km), East Castle (7 km), Little Langford round barrow, N of Upper Farm Down (7.1 km).

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