Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHardwell Camp promontory fort

Hardwell Camp promontory fort

England
List entry 1017820
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Hardwell Camp is a promontory fort located in Berkshire, England, which dates to the Iron Age. The site occupies a naturally defensive position and is defined by substantial earthwork defences that exploit the topography of the promontory. The fort represents an important example of Iron Age settlement and defensive architecture in the southern English landscape, reflecting the period's patterns of territorial control and community organisation. Its construction and use demonstrate the significance of hillforts as centres of power, storage, and refuge during the Iron Age period.

Hardwell Camp promontory fort is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017820. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hardwell Camp promontory fort?

Hardwell Camp is a promontory fort located in Berkshire, England, which dates to the Iron Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017820.

Who is responsible for protecting Hardwell Camp promontory fort?

Hardwell Camp promontory fort 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 1017820.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hardwell Camp promontory fort?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross dyke and field banks in Peaks Wood 210m east of Hellscomb Cottages (8.3 km), Ditch on Boydon Hole Farm (8.6 km), Bowl barrow on Farncombe Down, 500m south west of Baydon Hole (8.7 km).

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