Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLongbottom Farm earthwork

Longbottom Farm earthwork

England
List entry 1003028
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Longbottom Farm earthwork is a prehistoric monument located in Somerset. The site comprises earthwork remains that reflect settlement or land use patterns from the ancient period. The monument's precise dating and functional interpretation remain subjects of archaeological study, though its physical form indicates human activity and landscape management in prehistoric times. As a designated heritage asset, it contributes to the understanding of early settlement patterns within the Somerset landscape.

Longbottom Farm earthwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003028. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Longbottom Farm earthwork?

Longbottom Farm earthwork is a prehistoric monument located in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003028.

Who is responsible for protecting Longbottom Farm earthwork?

Longbottom Farm earthwork 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 1003028.

What other scheduled monuments are near Longbottom Farm earthwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Duck decoy, west of Nyland Hill (6.6 km), Westbury Beacon, a bell barrow 720m west of Brimble Pit Pool (7.4 km), Romano-British settlement on Stoke Moor (7.8 km).

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