Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHillfort known as Castle Hill Settlement, 350m south of Woolleigh Bridge

Hillfort known as Castle Hill Settlement, 350m south of Woolleigh Bridge

England
List entry 1021417
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Castle Hill Settlement is a hillfort located 350 metres south of Woolleigh Bridge in Devon. The site is recorded as a prehistoric defensive enclosure, typical of Iron Age settlement patterns in the South West, though the precise dating and extent of occupation remain subjects of archaeological study. The hillfort comprises earthwork defences characteristic of the period, positioned to command views across the surrounding landscape. Such hillforts served both defensive and administrative functions within Iron Age communities, and this example contributes to understanding settlement hierarchies and land use across Devon during the later prehistoric period.

Hillfort known as Castle Hill Settlement, 350m south of Woolleigh Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021417. View the official record →

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What is Hillfort known as Castle Hill Settlement, 350m south of Woolleigh Bridge?

Castle Hill Settlement is a hillfort located 350 metres south of Woolleigh Bridge in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021417.

Who is responsible for protecting Hillfort known as Castle Hill Settlement, 350m south of Woolleigh Bridge?

Hillfort known as Castle Hill Settlement, 350m south of Woolleigh Bridge 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 1021417.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hillfort known as Castle Hill Settlement, 350m south of Woolleigh Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Holy well 480m north west of Beaford Mill (2.7 km), Hillfort in Ten Oaks Wood (3.8 km), Round barrow on south east of Darracott Moor (4.3 km).

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