Fort Royal

England
List entry 1002941
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fort Royal is a multivallate iron age hillfort located near Ombersley in Worcestershire, England. The site comprises two concentric defensive circuits of banks and ditches that enclose approximately two hectares, typical of late iron age fortifications in the Midlands region. Archaeological evidence and topographical analysis suggest occupation during the late iron age, probably in the final centuries before the Roman conquest of Britain. The fort's strategic position on rising ground overlooking the River Salwarpe reflects the defensive considerations of iron age communities in the West Midlands.

Fort Royal is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002941. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fort Royal?

Fort Royal is a multivallate iron age hillfort located near Ombersley in Worcestershire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002941.

Who is responsible for protecting Fort Royal?

Fort Royal 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 1002941.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fort Royal?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Edgar Tower entrance to the Cathedral Close (0.4 km), Remains of Guesten Hall (0.4 km), Refectory of St Mary's Priory in Cathedral Close (0.5 km).

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