Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLittle Dean camp

Little Dean camp

England
List entry 1004863
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Little Dean camp is a univallate hillfort situated in the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire. The monument consists of a single defensive bank and ditch enclosing an irregular polygonal area, adapted to the contours of the hilltop on which it stands. Dating to the Iron Age, the fort represents a typical example of the defended settlements constructed during the later prehistoric period in the Welsh Marches region. The site's strategic location within the Forest of Dean suggests it may have served both defensive and administrative functions within the local Iron Age community.

Little Dean camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004863. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Little Dean camp?

Little Dean camp is a univallate hillfort situated in the Forest of Dean in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004863.

Who is responsible for protecting Little Dean camp?

Little Dean 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 1004863.

What other scheduled monuments are near Little Dean camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Welshbury hillfort and associated earthworks (2 km), Medieval ringwork castle and associated Civil War earthwork defence (2.3 km), Gunns Mills furnace (2.5 km).

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