Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosures 600yds (550m) E of King's Mead

Enclosures 600yds (550m) E of King's Mead

England
List entry 1005716
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosures 600 yards east of King's Mead is a prehistoric monument located in Warwickshire, comprising earthwork enclosures of Iron Age date. The site consists of multiple enclosed areas defined by banks and ditches, representing settlement or land management activity characteristic of the later prehistoric period. Such enclosures commonly served defensive, territorial, or organisational functions within Iron Age communities, though the specific purpose of this particular monument remains subject to archaeological interpretation. The survival of the earthworks has enabled their identification and scheduling as a monument of national importance under the heritage protection system.

Enclosures 600yds (550m) E of King's Mead is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005716. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosures 600yds (550m) E of King's Mead?

Enclosures 600 yards east of King's Mead is a prehistoric monument located in Warwickshire, comprising earthwork enclosures of Iron Age date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005716.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosures 600yds (550m) E of King's Mead?

Enclosures 600yds (550m) E of King's Mead 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 1005716.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosures 600yds (550m) E of King's Mead?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Charlecote Bridge (0.7 km), Cursus and bowl barrow 450m south east of Jackson's Barn (0.8 km), Enclosure N of Old Pasture Farm (2.9 km).

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