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The Iron Age defended settlement 500m north west of Higher Trevinnick is a fortified enclosure dating to the later prehistoric period. The site comprises earthwork defences characteristic of Iron Age settlement patterns in south-west England, reflecting the defensive requirements and social organisation of communities during the mid to late Iron Age. Such defended settlements were typically occupied by high-status groups and served as focal points for local populations, combining residential, economic and administrative functions. The monument preserves important archaeological evidence of Iron Age settlement hierarchy and territorial organisation within Cornwall.
Iron Age defended settlement 500m north west of Higher Trevinnick is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006661. View the official record →
The Iron Age defended settlement 500m north west of Higher Trevinnick is a fortified enclosure dating to the later prehistoric period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006661.
Iron Age defended settlement 500m north west of Higher Trevinnick 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 1006661.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Late medieval and 19th century bridge at Wadebridge (6.5 km), Wayside cross in Egloshayle churchyard, 0.46m east of the church porch (6.9 km), Wayside cross in Egloshayle churchyard, 0.16m west of the church porch (6.9 km).
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