Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLate Saxon urban area E of Castle Hill

Late Saxon urban area E of Castle Hill

England
List entry 1002376
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Late Saxon urban area E of Castle Hill is a Late Saxon settlement site located in Dorset, England. The site represents evidence of urban development during the Late Saxon period, reflecting the growth of settlement and commercial activity in the region during the centuries preceding the Norman Conquest. The monument is designated as a scheduled ancient monument, recognising its archaeological importance for understanding Saxon urban organisation and settlement patterns in south-western England.

Late Saxon urban area E of Castle Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002376. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Late Saxon urban area E of Castle Hill?

Late Saxon urban area E of Castle Hill is a Late Saxon settlement site located in Dorset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002376.

Who is responsible for protecting Late Saxon urban area E of Castle Hill?

Late Saxon urban area E of Castle 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 1002376.

What other scheduled monuments are near Late Saxon urban area E of Castle Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross dyke 480m and 690m NNW of Fontmell Hill House (6.4 km), Medieval strip lynchets 450m south of Springhead Farm (6.5 km), Bowl barrow known as Folly Barrow (7.7 km).

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