Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLarge univallate hillfort on Cadbury Hill

Large univallate hillfort on Cadbury Hill

England
List entry 1011258
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cadbury Hill is a large univallate hillfort situated in Somerset, England, dating to the Iron Age. The monument is defined by a single substantial defensive rampart enclosing an area of considerable size, typical of later prehistoric fortified settlements in the region. The hillfort commands prominent views across the surrounding landscape, a characteristic feature of such positions selected for both defensive capability and territorial control. The site represents an important example of Iron Age settlement hierarchy and fortification practice in the southwest of England.

Large univallate hillfort on Cadbury Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011258. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Large univallate hillfort on Cadbury Hill?

Cadbury Hill is a large univallate hillfort situated in Somerset, England, dating to the Iron Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011258.

Who is responsible for protecting Large univallate hillfort on Cadbury Hill?

Large univallate hillfort on Cadbury 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 1011258.

What other scheduled monuments are near Large univallate hillfort on Cadbury Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval estate boundary earthwork on Shute Shelve Hill (9 km), Bowl barrow 250m south east of Tyning's Farm: part of the Tyning's Farm round barrow cemetery (9.2 km), World War II anti-aircraft rocket battery and bombing decoy control building 265m north east of Ashridge Farm (9.2 km).

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