Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHighworth circle 200m north east of Common Farm

Highworth circle 200m north east of Common Farm

England
List entry 1016390
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Highworth circle is a Bronze Age ceremonial monument located approximately 200 metres north east of Common Farm in Wiltshire. The site consists of a circular earthwork characteristic of Bronze Age ritual landscapes, though its precise dimensions and current state of preservation require archaeological survey to establish fully. Such monuments typically served communal functions related to burial practices, seasonal gatherings, or ceremonial activities during the second millennium BCE. The circle forms part of Wiltshire's substantial heritage of prehistoric ceremonial monuments, reflecting the region's importance as a centre of ritual activity during the Bronze Age.

Highworth circle 200m north east of Common Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016390. View the official record →

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What is Highworth circle 200m north east of Common Farm?

Highworth circle is a Bronze Age ceremonial monument located approximately 200 metres north east of Common Farm in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016390.

Who is responsible for protecting Highworth circle 200m north east of Common Farm?

Highworth circle 200m north east of Common Farm 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 1016390.

What other scheduled monuments are near Highworth circle 200m north east of Common Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Highworth circle 200m south east of Common Farm (0.2 km), Medieval settlement and associated ridge and furrow south-west of Eastrop Farm (0.6 km), Medieval settlement remains immediately south east of Fresden Farm (2.1 km).

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