Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron Age defended settlement 800m north of Lymsworthy Farm

Iron Age defended settlement 800m north of Lymsworthy Farm

England
List entry 1004427
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

The defended settlement 800m north of Lymsworthy Farm is an Iron Age enclosed settlement located in Cornwall. The site comprises a roughly circular or oval enclosure formed by a substantial bank and ditch system, characteristic of Iron Age defensive architecture in the Southwest Peninsula. Such settlements typically date to the later Iron Age, between approximately 500 and 100 BC, and represent a significant phase of settlement intensification and social organisation in the region. The earthwork remains are substantially preserved and provide important evidence for Iron Age settlement patterns and defensive strategies in Cornwall.

Iron Age defended settlement 800m north of Lymsworthy Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004427. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Iron Age defended settlement 800m north of Lymsworthy Farm?

The defended settlement 800m north of Lymsworthy Farm is an Iron Age enclosed settlement located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004427.

Who is responsible for protecting Iron Age defended settlement 800m north of Lymsworthy Farm?

Iron Age defended settlement 800m north of Lymsworthy Farm 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 1004427.

What other scheduled monuments are near Iron Age defended settlement 800m north of Lymsworthy Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 100m north of Lishaperhill (4.8 km), Motte and bailey castle called East Leigh Berrys (5.1 km), Three bowl barrows 240m south east of Highermoor (5.3 km).

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