Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLinear boundary 870m south west of Spring Farm

Linear boundary 870m south west of Spring Farm

England
List entry 1020729
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Linear boundary 870m south west of Spring Farm is a linear earthwork of probable Iron Age date located in Dorset. The monument comprises a linear bank and ditch formation typical of territorial or field divisions from the Iron Age period. Such linear boundaries are commonly interpreted as stock enclosures or land divisions associated with settlement and agricultural activity in prehistoric Dorset. The feature remains visible as an earthwork in the modern landscape and is designated as a scheduled ancient monument in recognition of its archaeological importance.

Linear boundary 870m south west of Spring Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020729. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Linear boundary 870m south west of Spring Farm?

Linear boundary 870m south west of Spring Farm is a linear earthwork of probable Iron Age date located in Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020729.

Who is responsible for protecting Linear boundary 870m south west of Spring Farm?

Linear boundary 870m south west of Spring 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 1020729.

What other scheduled monuments are near Linear boundary 870m south west of Spring Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 620m south east of Langton Lodge Farm (8.8 km), Long barrow and two bowl barrows 140m north west of Dormy House (9.5 km), Bowl barrow 80m west of Dormy House (9.6 km).

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