Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFortress Dyke camp

Fortress Dyke camp

England
List entry 1004081
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fortress Dyke camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises an enclosed settlement defended by substantial earthwork dykes, characteristic of Iron Age fortification practices in northern Britain. Its elevated position would have afforded strategic control of the surrounding landscape and pastoral resources. The monument represents an important example of the defensive settlement hierarchy that developed during the later prehistoric period in the region.

Fortress Dyke camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004081. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fortress Dyke camp?

Fortress Dyke camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004081.

Who is responsible for protecting Fortress Dyke camp?

Fortress Dyke 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 1004081.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fortress Dyke camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman camp 250m west of Hill Top Farm (6.3 km), Camp and tumulus on Roomer Common (7.3 km), Ruins of St Mary's Church (7.8 km).

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