Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFive Napoleonic practice redoubts in both Crowthorne Woods and Bramshill Forest

Five Napoleonic practice redoubts in both Crowthorne Woods and Bramshill Forest

England
List entry 1016331
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England
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History & significance

Five Napoleonic practice redoubts is a scheduled ancient monument comprising a series of defensive earthwork fortifications located in Crowthorne Woods and Bramshill Forest in Berkshire, England. These structures date from the Napoleonic Wars period, specifically the early nineteenth century, when they served as training installations for military engineers and infantry. The redoubts survive as distinct earthen ramparts and ditches arranged across the forested landscape, representing practical examples of temporary field fortification design employed during the Napoleonic era. Their preservation within the woodland setting provides archaeological evidence of British military preparation and training practices during this significant period of European conflict.

Five Napoleonic practice redoubts in both Crowthorne Woods and Bramshill Forest is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016331. View the official record →

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What is Five Napoleonic practice redoubts in both Crowthorne Woods and Bramshill Forest?

Five Napoleonic practice redoubts is a scheduled ancient monument comprising a series of defensive earthwork fortifications located in Crowthorne Woods and Bramshill Forest in Berkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016331.

Who is responsible for protecting Five Napoleonic practice redoubts in both Crowthorne Woods and Bramshill Forest?

Five Napoleonic practice redoubts in both Crowthorne Woods and Bramshill Forest 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 1016331.

What other scheduled monuments are near Five Napoleonic practice redoubts in both Crowthorne Woods and Bramshill Forest?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Windmill Stem mound in Bramshill Forest (0.9 km), Wickham Bushes Romano-British settlement (1.1 km), Exploded Napoleonic practice redoubt on Butter Hill (1.6 km).

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