Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHaresfield Hill camp and Ring Hill earthworks

Haresfield Hill camp and Ring Hill earthworks

England
List entry 1004861
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Haresfield Hill camp and Ring Hill earthworks is an Iron Age hillfort located near Haresfield in Gloucestershire. The monument comprises defensive earthworks characteristic of the Iron Age period, featuring the characteristic ditch and rampart construction typical of prehistoric fortified settlements in the Severn Valley region. The site occupies a prominent hilltop position, which would have provided strategic advantage for defence and control of the surrounding landscape. As a scheduled monument, it represents an important surviving example of Iron Age settlement fortification in the county.

Haresfield Hill camp and Ring Hill earthworks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004861. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Haresfield Hill camp and Ring Hill earthworks?

Haresfield Hill camp and Ring Hill earthworks is an Iron Age hillfort located near Haresfield in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004861.

Who is responsible for protecting Haresfield Hill camp and Ring Hill earthworks?

Haresfield Hill camp and Ring Hill earthworks 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 1004861.

What other scheduled monuments are near Haresfield Hill camp and Ring Hill earthworks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow known as The Soldier's Grave, 380m south east of Hill Farm (7.9 km), Nympsfield long barrow 500m south of Hill Farm Cottage (8.1 km), Collier's Wood Glass House (8.4 km).

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