Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHallsteads Iron Age camp

Hallsteads Iron Age camp

England
List entry 1007091
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hallsteads Iron Age camp is a hillfort located in Cumberland in the north-west of England, dating to the Iron Age period. The site is defined by its defensive earthwork fortifications, which comprise substantial banks and ditches characteristic of Iron Age settlement enclosures in northern Britain. The monument represents an important example of Iron Age occupation and defensive strategy in the region, reflecting the settlement patterns and territorial control typical of Iron Age communities in upland areas of northern England.

Hallsteads Iron Age camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007091. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hallsteads Iron Age camp?

Hallsteads Iron Age camp is a hillfort located in Cumberland in the north-west of England, dating to the Iron Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007091.

Who is responsible for protecting Hallsteads Iron Age camp?

Hallsteads Iron Age 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 1007091.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hallsteads Iron Age camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairns on Cardunneth Pike (3.5 km), Foresthead lime kilns, quarry, associated buildings and part of the rail transportation system (4.5 km), Castle Hill (4.7 km).

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