Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosures W of Woodlands

Enclosures W of Woodlands

England
List entry 1004191
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosures W of Woodlands is a prehistoric monument located in Kent, England. The site consists of earthwork enclosures dating to the Iron Age, representing settlement or defensive structures characteristic of that period. The physical remains comprise banks and ditches that define enclosed areas, though their precise original dimensions and function require archaeological investigation. Such enclosures are typical of Iron Age settlement patterns in south-eastern England, where communities established defined spaces for habitation, storage, or stock management.

Enclosures W of Woodlands is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004191. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosures W of Woodlands?

Enclosures W of Woodlands is a prehistoric monument located in Kent, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004191.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosures W of Woodlands?

Enclosures W of Woodlands 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 1004191.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosures W of Woodlands?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Anglo-Saxon barrow field and prehistoric linear earthwork on Barham Downs (1.8 km), Anglo-Saxon cemetery on Hanging Hill, Bridge, immediately south west of Watling Street (2.5 km), Bowl barrow 350m south west of Upper Digges Farm (2.6 km).

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