Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLinear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp

Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp

England
List entry 1003254
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp is a linear defensive or boundary work situated in the northwest vicinity of Sidbury camp near Tisbury in Wiltshire. The earthwork represents a significant element of the Iron Age or Romano-British landscape management and territorial organisation characteristic of this region. The work comprises a substantial linear bank and ditch formation, typical of prehistoric and Romano-British period field systems or defensive barriers. Its precise chronology and primary function remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though its alignment and construction suggest integration within the wider settlement complex associated with Sidbury camp itself.

Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003254. View the official record →

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What is Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp?

Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp is a linear defensive or boundary work situated in the northwest vicinity of Sidbury camp near Tisbury in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003254.

Who is responsible for protecting Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp?

Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp 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 1003254.

What other scheduled monuments are near Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wilbury House round barrow (8.9 km), Bowl barrow 260m SSW of Laundry Bungalows (9.1 km), Two bowl barrows 200m south of Laundry Bungalows (9.1 km).

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