Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHowbury ringwork and medieval trackway

Howbury ringwork and medieval trackway

England
List entry 1009627
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Howbury ringwork and medieval trackway is a earthwork monument located in Bedfordshire that comprises a ringwork fortification alongside evidence of a medieval route-way. The ringwork itself is a circular or oval defensive enclosure formed by a substantial bank and ditch, a fortification type characteristic of the Norman period, typically dating to the eleventh or twelfth century. The associated trackway represents the medieval road network that would have connected settlements and served local traffic during the medieval period. Together, the two elements provide archaeological evidence of both defensive structures and the communication infrastructure of medieval Bedfordshire.

Howbury ringwork and medieval trackway is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009627. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Howbury ringwork and medieval trackway?

Howbury ringwork and medieval trackway is a earthwork monument located in Bedfordshire that comprises a ringwork fortification alongside evidence of a medieval route-way. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009627.

Who is responsible for protecting Howbury ringwork and medieval trackway?

Howbury ringwork and medieval trackway 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 1009627.

What other scheduled monuments are near Howbury ringwork and medieval trackway?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British settlement south of Willington (2.9 km), Settlement site N of Chapel End Farm (3 km), Site discovered by aerial photography S of village (4.4 km).

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