Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure on Milston Down

Enclosure on Milston Down

England
List entry 1009642
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure on Milston Down is a prehistoric monument located on Milston Down in Wiltshire. The site consists of an enclosure of uncertain date, though it lies within an area rich in Bronze Age and Iron Age archaeology. The monument is defined by earthwork remains that form an enclosed space, though the precise function and chronology require further archaeological investigation. Its position on the downland reflects the pattern of settlement and land use characteristic of prehistoric Wessex.

Enclosure on Milston Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009642. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure on Milston Down?

Enclosure on Milston Down is a prehistoric monument located on Milston Down in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009642.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure on Milston Down?

Enclosure on Milston 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 1009642.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure on Milston Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow cemetery in New Plantation 590m ESE of Amesbury Junction (8.1 km), Bowl barrow 250m south east of Tower Hill (8.8 km), Bowl barrow 250m south of Martin's Clump (9.1 km).

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