Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron Age hillfort known as Burleigh Dolts, 280m south east of Burleigh Farm

Iron Age hillfort known as Burleigh Dolts, 280m south east of Burleigh Farm

England
List entry 1019313
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Burleigh Dolts is a prehistoric hillfort located near Burleigh Farm in Devon, England. The site is designated as a scheduled monument and represents Iron Age defensive settlement activity in the region. The hillfort comprises earthwork defences characteristic of Iron Age fortification practice, though specific details of its structural composition and chronology would require reference to archaeological survey records and excavation reports held by the relevant heritage authorities.

Iron Age hillfort known as Burleigh Dolts, 280m south east of Burleigh Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019313. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Iron Age hillfort known as Burleigh Dolts, 280m south east of Burleigh Farm?

Burleigh Dolts is a prehistoric hillfort located near Burleigh Farm in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019313.

Who is responsible for protecting Iron Age hillfort known as Burleigh Dolts, 280m south east of Burleigh Farm?

Iron Age hillfort known as Burleigh Dolts, 280m south east of Burleigh 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 1019313.

What other scheduled monuments are near Iron Age hillfort known as Burleigh Dolts, 280m south east of Burleigh Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two hut circles and associated field systems and enclosure at Mousehill Brake (3 km), Regular aggregate field system 480m west of West Soar (3.3 km), Bowl barrow 210m south of West Soar (3.3 km).

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