Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHillfort 225m north east of Bosvisack

Hillfort 225m north east of Bosvisack

England
List entry 1016065
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hillfort 225m north east of Bosvisack is an Iron Age fortified settlement located in Cornwall, England. The site comprises a univallate hillfort, defended by a single substantial defensive bank and ditch system characteristic of Iron Age fortification practice in south-western Britain. Such hillforts served as territorial markers, centres of authority, and places of refuge during the later prehistoric period, reflecting the social and political organisation of Iron Age communities in the region. The monument's survival and formal designation recognise its archaeological importance as evidence of Iron Age settlement patterns and defensive architecture in Cornwall.

Hillfort 225m north east of Bosvisack is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016065. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hillfort 225m north east of Bosvisack?

Hillfort 225m north east of Bosvisack is an Iron Age fortified settlement located in Cornwall, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016065.

Who is responsible for protecting Hillfort 225m north east of Bosvisack?

Hillfort 225m north east of Bosvisack 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 1016065.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hillfort 225m north east of Bosvisack?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cast iron footbridge at Perran Mill (7.9 km), Round in Devichoys Wood 600yds (540m) S of Perran Wharf (8.3 km), Round barrow 350m north of Devichoys Barton (8.3 km).

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