Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHillfort on Roddenbury Hill

Hillfort on Roddenbury Hill

England
List entry 1008804
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Roddenbury Hill is an ancient hillfort situated in Somerset, England, dating to the Iron Age. The site comprises a single rampart with an external ditch forming a roughly circular enclosure, characteristic of the hillfort tradition that flourished across south-western Britain during the later prehistoric period. The monument occupies a commanding position on elevated terrain, typical of defensive settlements from this era. The earthwork survives as a substantial archaeological feature, though its precise date within the Iron Age and the specific functions of the settlement remain subjects for archaeological investigation and interpretation.

Hillfort on Roddenbury Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008804. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hillfort on Roddenbury Hill?

Roddenbury Hill is an ancient hillfort situated in Somerset, England, dating to the Iron Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008804.

Who is responsible for protecting Hillfort on Roddenbury Hill?

Hillfort on Roddenbury 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 1008804.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hillfort on Roddenbury Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including White Sheet camp (9.3 km), Cross dyke on Mere Down, east of White Sheet Hill hillfort (9.4 km), Bowl barrow 1050m north east of Wood Farm (9.5 km).

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