Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHillfort 475m south of Howley Farm

Hillfort 475m south of Howley Farm

England
List entry 1018636
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hillfort 475m south of Howley Farm is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Somerset, England. The monument consists of a substantial univallate hillfort, defined by a single rampart and ditch that enclose an area of strategic high ground. Dating to the Iron Age, the site represents a typical example of the defended settlements that characterised prehistoric communities across south-western Britain during this period. The earthwork remains visible as a prominent landscape feature, preserving evidence of the construction and occupation patterns of its Iron Age inhabitants.

Hillfort 475m south of Howley Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018636. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hillfort 475m south of Howley Farm?

Hillfort 475m south of Howley Farm is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018636.

Who is responsible for protecting Hillfort 475m south of Howley Farm?

Hillfort 475m south of Howley 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 1018636.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hillfort 475m south of Howley Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman villa N of Whitestaunton (2.2 km), Bowl barrow 110m south west of Spittle Pond Cottages (2.9 km), Two bowl barrows 300m north west of Northay Farm (3 km).

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