Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHillfort on Brent Hill

Hillfort on Brent Hill

England
List entry 1002662
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hillfort on Brent Hill is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Devon. The site comprises an oval enclosure defined by a single substantial bank and ditch, characteristic of Iron Age defensive earthworks in the region. Dating to the Iron Age period, the hillfort would have served as a defended settlement or refuge for the local population. The monument's physical remains, though subject to erosion and agricultural use over subsequent centuries, remain discernible in the modern landscape as a significant example of Iron Age settlement archaeology in the southwest of England.

Hillfort on Brent Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002662. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hillfort on Brent Hill?

Hillfort on Brent Hill is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002662.

Who is responsible for protecting Hillfort on Brent Hill?

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.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hillfort on Brent Hill?

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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