Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHob Ditch Earthworks

Hob Ditch Earthworks

England
List entry 1005729
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hob Ditch Earthworks is a linear defensive earthwork located in Warwickshire, England. The monument comprises a substantial ditch with associated banks, characteristic of Iron Age defensive systems constructed during the later prehistoric period. Such linear earthworks served territorial and defensive functions, controlling movement across the landscape and protecting settlements or communities from external threat. The precise dating and original extent of Hob Ditch remain subjects of archaeological study, though its form and construction are consistent with Iron Age fortification practices in the Midlands region.

Hob Ditch Earthworks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005729. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hob Ditch Earthworks?

Hob Ditch Earthworks is a linear defensive earthwork located in Warwickshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005729.

Who is responsible for protecting Hob Ditch Earthworks?

Hob Ditch Earthworks 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 1005729.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hob Ditch Earthworks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site 240m north west of Preston Hill Farm (5.4 km), Earthworks W of St Peter's Church (5.5 km), Ponds SW of Wootton Bridge (5.7 km).

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