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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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp is an ancient linear monument located in Wiltshire, England, positioned in the landscape northwest of Sidbury hillfort. The earthwork consists of a substantial linear bank and ditch formation, characteristic of Iron Age or Romano-British defensive or boundary features. Such linear earthworks in the region often functioned as territorial markers, stock enclosures, or supplementary fortification lines associated with nearby hillforts. The precise dating and original function of this particular example remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though its proximity to Sidbury camp suggests possible contemporary use or defensive purpose within the wider settlement complex.

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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Questions & answers

What is Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp?

Linear earthwork NW of Sidbury camp is an ancient linear monument located in Wiltshire, England, positioned in the landscape northwest of Sidbury hillfort. 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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