Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill

Iron Age farmstead enclosure on Garway Hill

England
List entry 1444523
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Garway Hill Iron Age farmstead enclosure is a scheduled ancient monument located in Herefordshire comprising the remains of a prehistoric agricultural settlement. The site consists of an enclosed settlement pattern typical of the Iron Age period, with defensive or stock-control earthworks defining the occupation area. The monument represents evidence of farming communities and land use practices during the Iron Age in the Welsh Marches region, contributing to understanding of rural settlement hierarchies and agricultural organisation in this period. The earthwork remains survive as visible archaeological features that retain potential for further investigation and study.

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 scheduled ancient monument located in Herefordshire comprising the remains of a prehistoric agricultural settlement. 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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