Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron Age settlement on Horsenden Hill, Greenford

Iron Age settlement on Horsenden Hill, Greenford

England
List entry 1001970
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Horsenden Hill is an Iron Age settlement located in Greenford, Middlesex. The site occupies a prominent hilltop position and is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument of Iron Age date. Archaeological investigation and earthwork survey have identified evidence of settlement activity typical of the later Iron Age period, including defensive features characteristic of contemporary hillforts or enclosed settlements in the region. The monument remains significant for understanding Iron Age settlement patterns and land use in the Thames valley during the later prehistoric period.

Iron Age settlement on Horsenden Hill, Greenford is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001970. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Iron Age settlement on Horsenden Hill, Greenford?

Horsenden Hill is an Iron Age settlement located in Greenford, Middlesex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001970.

Who is responsible for protecting Iron Age settlement on Horsenden Hill, Greenford?

Iron Age settlement on Horsenden Hill, Greenford 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 1001970.

What other scheduled monuments are near Iron Age settlement on Horsenden Hill, Greenford?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval moated site, 454m south-west of Sudbury Golf Club House (0.7 km), Northolt Manor, moated site (2.9 km), Hanwell flight of locks and brick boundary wall of St Bernard's Hospital (4.9 km).

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