Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFlint mine on Stoke Down, immediately north of Stoke Clump

Flint mine on Stoke Down, immediately north of Stoke Clump

England
List entry 1018563
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Flint mine on Stoke Down is a Neolithic flint extraction site located immediately north of Stoke Clump in Sussex. The site comprises surface evidence of prehistoric flint working, reflecting the importance of this locality for obtaining high-quality flint during the Neolithic period. Flint mining on the South Downs was a significant economic activity, with extracted flint knapped into tools and traded across considerable distances. The site's archaeological remains contribute to understanding prehistoric resource management and the distribution networks of Neolithic communities in southern Britain.

Flint mine on Stoke Down, immediately north of Stoke Clump is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018563. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Flint mine on Stoke Down, immediately north of Stoke Clump?

Flint mine on Stoke Down is a Neolithic flint extraction site located immediately north of Stoke Clump in Sussex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018563.

Who is responsible for protecting Flint mine on Stoke Down, immediately north of Stoke Clump?

Flint mine on Stoke Down, immediately north of Stoke Clump 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 1018563.

What other scheduled monuments are near Flint mine on Stoke Down, immediately north of Stoke Clump?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chichester Dyke, sections in Little Cotfield Plantation (3.1 km), Chichester Dyke, Broyle earthwork, section extending 430yds (393m) through East Broyle Copse, to railway, and earthwork extending 400yds (365m) from Brandy Hole Lane, New Fishbourne (3.5 km), A Romano-Celtic temple, Iron Age shrine and associated remains 250m north west of Ratham Mill (4 km).

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