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Hillfort on Brent Hill is an Iron Age defensive earthwork located in Devon, England. The site comprises a univallate hillfort, defined by a single ditch and rampart system, positioned to command views across the surrounding landscape. Dating to the Iron Age period, the monument represents a significant example of prehistoric fortified settlement in south-western England, reflecting the defensive and territorial concerns of its period. The earthwork remains substantially preserved as an archaeological monument, contributing to understanding of Iron Age settlement patterns and land use in Devon.
Hillfort on Brent Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002662. View the official record →
Hillfort on Brent Hill is an Iron Age defensive earthwork located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002662.
Hillfort on Brent Hill 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 1002662.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 660m south west of Woodland Barton (4.1 km), Ringwork and bailey castle 400m south of Langford Barton (5.1 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (5.8 km).
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