Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLarge univallate hillfort and 14th century chapel at St Ann's Hill

Large univallate hillfort and 14th century chapel at St Ann's Hill

England
List entry 1016204
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England
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Overview

History & significance

St Ann's Hill is a univallate hillfort situated in Surrey, England, with archaeological evidence indicating Iron Age origins. The monument comprises a single defensive bank and ditch enclosing approximately two hectares on elevated terrain, representing a characteristic form of prehistoric settlement fortification in southern Britain. Later medieval activity at the site is evidenced by the remains of a chapel dating to the fourteenth century, which testifies to the continued significance of the hilltop location across different historical periods. The site thus demonstrates the longue durée of settlement and ritual use at strategically commanding positions in the Surrey landscape.

Large univallate hillfort and 14th century chapel at St Ann's Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016204. View the official record →

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What is Large univallate hillfort and 14th century chapel at St Ann's Hill?

St Ann's Hill is a univallate hillfort situated in Surrey, England, with archaeological evidence indicating Iron Age origins. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016204.

Who is responsible for protecting Large univallate hillfort and 14th century chapel at St Ann's Hill?

Large univallate hillfort and 14th century chapel at St Ann's 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 1016204.

What other scheduled monuments are near Large univallate hillfort and 14th century chapel at St Ann's Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthwork NW of Childown Farm on Chobham Common (4.9 km), 'Bee Garden' earthwork on Albury Bottom (6.2 km), Brooklands motor racing circuit, remains of the pre-World War II aerodrome, World War II Bofors tower and shelters, and the Brooklands memorial (6.2 km).

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