Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill

Iron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill

England
List entry 1444523
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Garway Hill Iron Age farmstead enclosure is a prehistoric settlement earthwork located in Herefordshire, England. The monument comprises an enclosed settlement dating to the Iron Age period, representing a significant example of domestic occupation and land management practices from this era in the Welsh Marches region. The enclosure's physical remains survive as earthwork banks and ditches that once delineated the settlement boundaries and internal structures typical of Iron Age farming communities. Such enclosed farmsteads provide important archaeological evidence for understanding rural settlement patterns, agricultural practices, and social organisation during the later prehistoric period in this part of England.

Iron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1444523. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Iron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill?

Garway Hill Iron Age farmstead enclosure is a prehistoric settlement earthwork located in Herefordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1444523.

Who is responsible for protecting Iron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill?

Iron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill 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 1444523.

What other scheduled monuments are near Iron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St Michael's churchyard (2.7 km), Garway Dovecote (2.8 km), Grosmont Churchyard Cross (3.8 km).

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