Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHolbury Wood camp

Holbury Wood camp

England
List entry 1001948
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Holbury Wood camp is a prehistoric earthwork located in Hampshire, England. The site comprises an irregular enclosure defined by substantial banks and ditches, characteristic of Iron Age defensive settlements in southern Britain. Dating to the Iron Age period, the monument represents an important example of territorial organization and settlement patterns during this pre-Roman era. The camp's position and physical remains contribute to understanding the archaeological landscape of Hampshire during the centuries immediately preceding the Roman conquest.

Holbury Wood camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001948. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Holbury Wood camp?

Holbury Wood camp is a prehistoric earthwork located in Hampshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001948.

Who is responsible for protecting Holbury Wood camp?

Holbury Wood camp 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 1001948.

What other scheduled monuments are near Holbury Wood camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Site of manor house (1.7 km), West Dean Roman villa See also WILTSHIRE 921 (2.8 km), West Dean Roman villa See also HAMPSHIRE 178 (2.8 km).

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