Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGillingham Park boundary bank

Gillingham Park boundary bank

England
List entry 1002382
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Gillingham Park boundary bank is a linear earthwork located in Dorset, England, designated as a scheduled monument. The bank forms part of the landscape division systems associated with medieval or post-medieval park management, representing the physical demarcation of enclosed aristocratic or manorial parkland. Such boundary banks typically date from the medieval period onwards, though precise dating at this site would require archaeological evidence. The monument survives as an upstanding earthwork that contributes to understanding the historic land organisation and estate management practices of the region.

Gillingham Park boundary bank is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002382. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Gillingham Park boundary bank?

Gillingham Park boundary bank is a linear earthwork located in Dorset, England, designated as a scheduled monument. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002382.

Who is responsible for protecting Gillingham Park boundary bank?

Gillingham Park boundary bank 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 1002382.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gillingham Park boundary bank?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Melbury Beacon and circular enclosure on Melbury Hill (6.7 km), Cross dyke and linear boundary on Melbury Hill and Compton Down (7 km), St Mary's Church, remains of, East Compton (7.6 km).

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