Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFlodden Edge camp

Flodden Edge camp

England
List entry 1006449
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Flodden Edge camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Northumberland near the village of Branxton. The monument comprises an approximately circular enclosure defined by a substantial earthen bank and ditch, positioned on elevated ground that commands views across the surrounding landscape. Dating to the Iron Age, the site represents a form of fortified settlement typical of the period in northern Britain. The camp's strategic location and defensive characteristics suggest it served both as a settlement and a place of refuge during a period of significant social and territorial organisation in prehistoric Northumberland.

Flodden Edge camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006449. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Flodden Edge camp?

Flodden Edge camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Northumberland near the village of Branxton. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006449.

Who is responsible for protecting Flodden Edge camp?

Flodden Edge camp 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 1006449.

What other scheduled monuments are near Flodden Edge camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Unenclosed settlement, part of a field system, Romano-British aggregate village and group of shielings, 470m south east of Whitehall (9.4 km), Enclosed settlement 920m south east of Whitehall (9.6 km), Romano-British settlement 810m south east of Whitehall (9.6 km).

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