Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron Age defended settlement in Camp Plantation, 350m north west of North Charlton Mill

Iron Age defended settlement in Camp Plantation, 350m north west of North Charlton Mill

England
List entry 1017955
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Camp Plantation is an Iron Age defended settlement located near North Charlton Mill in Northumberland. The site comprises earthwork remains consistent with Iron Age hill fort or enclosure characteristics typical of the region during the late prehistoric period. Such defended settlements in Northumberland served as centres for settlement, storage, and protection during the Iron Age, reflecting the social and economic organisation of pre-Roman British communities. The monument's preservation as recorded earthworks contributes to understanding the distribution and character of Iron Age settlement patterns across northern England.

Iron Age defended settlement in Camp Plantation, 350m north west of North Charlton Mill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017955. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Iron Age defended settlement in Camp Plantation, 350m north west of North Charlton Mill?

Camp Plantation is an Iron Age defended settlement located near North Charlton Mill in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017955.

Who is responsible for protecting Iron Age defended settlement in Camp Plantation, 350m north west of North Charlton Mill?

Iron Age defended settlement in Camp Plantation, 350m north west of North Charlton Mill 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 1017955.

What other scheduled monuments are near Iron Age defended settlement in Camp Plantation, 350m north west of North Charlton Mill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cup and ring marked rock, 1km south-west of East Bolton (8.6 km), Defended settlement, 300m WNW of West Brizlee (8.8 km), Defended settlement, Romano-British settlement and field system 100m south and east of Jenny's Lantern (8.8 km).

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