Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHamshill ditches and field system

Hamshill ditches and field system

England
List entry 1005600
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hamshill ditches and field system is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire, England. The site comprises a series of ditches and associated field boundaries that represent evidence of ancient agricultural organization and land division. The field system reflects patterns of settlement and land use during the prehistoric period, with the ditches serving both practical and potentially territorial functions within the Bronze Age or Iron Age landscape. The monument survives as earthwork features that contribute to understanding of prehistoric agriculture and the organization of land in southern England.

Hamshill ditches and field system is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005600. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hamshill ditches and field system?

Hamshill ditches and field system is a prehistoric monument located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005600.

Who is responsible for protecting Hamshill ditches and field system?

Hamshill ditches and field system 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 1005600.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hamshill ditches and field system?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Faulston pigeon house (7.4 km), Bury Orchard ditch (8 km), Knighton Hill earthwork (8.8 km).

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