Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLarge univallate hillfort at Beacon Hill

Large univallate hillfort at Beacon Hill

England
List entry 1008037
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Beacon Hill is a univallate hillfort located in Hampshire, England, dating to the Iron Age. The site is defined by a single defensive rampart enclosing an approximately circular area on elevated ground, a design characteristic of many southern English hillforts constructed during the later prehistoric period. The earthwork survives as a prominent topographical feature and represents a form of settlement and fortified enclosure typical of Iron Age communities in the region, likely serving functions related to settlement, stock management, and territorial control. The monument remains an important archaeological record of Iron Age settlement patterns in Hampshire.

Large univallate hillfort at Beacon Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008037. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Large univallate hillfort at Beacon Hill?

Beacon Hill is a univallate hillfort located in Hampshire, England, dating to the Iron Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008037.

Who is responsible for protecting Large univallate hillfort at Beacon Hill?

Large univallate hillfort at Beacon 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 1008037.

What other scheduled monuments are near Large univallate hillfort at Beacon Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Earthworks in Danegrove Copse (3.2 km), Long barrow 580m south-west of Woodcott Church (4 km), Round barrow 150yds (140m) E of The Hassock (4.5 km).

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