Scheduled MonumentsEnglandKeyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn Farm

Keyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn Farm

England
List entry 1001802
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Keyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn Farm is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age ceremonial monument located in Hampshire. The site consists of two conjoined circular enclosures connected by a narrow passage or causeway, forming the characteristic keyhole configuration that defines this monument type. Such enclosures are thought to have served ritual or ceremonial purposes during the Neolithic and early Bronze Age periods, though the precise function remains subject to archaeological interpretation. The monument survives as an earthwork and represents an important example of prehistoric ceremonial architecture in the Hampshire landscape.

Keyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001802. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Keyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn Farm?

Keyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn Farm is a Neolithic or Early Bronze Age ceremonial monument located in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001802.

Who is responsible for protecting Keyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn Farm?

Keyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn 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 1001802.

What other scheduled monuments are near Keyhole enclosure SE of Field Barn Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Woodgarston ring motte (1.7 km), Winklebury camp (2.3 km), Roman site NW of Woodgarston Farm (2.4 km).

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