Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure on Ogbourne Down

Enclosure on Ogbourne Down

England
List entry 1004738
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure on Ogbourne Down is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire, England. The site consists of an earthwork enclosure whose physical remains are visible as banks and ditches in the downland landscape. The monument dates to the Bronze Age or Iron Age period, reflecting the long tradition of enclosed settlement and land demarcation in the Wiltshire chalk uplands. Such enclosures typically served defensive, administrative, or ceremonial functions within prehistoric communities, though the specific purpose of this example remains to be fully determined through archaeological investigation.

Enclosure on Ogbourne Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004738. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure on Ogbourne Down?

Enclosure on Ogbourne Down is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004738.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure on Ogbourne Down?

Enclosure on Ogbourne 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 1004738.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure on Ogbourne Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Martinsell Hill camp (8.6 km), Group of barrows on Draycott Hill (9.2 km), Giant's Grave (Martinsell Hill) (9.4 km).

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