Mill Hill

England
List entry 1002121
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mill Hill is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Dunmow in Essex, England. The monument comprises a series of interrupted ditches arranged in concentric rings, a characteristic feature of causewayed camps dating to the early Neolithic period, approximately 3700 to 3500 BCE. Excavations have revealed finds including pottery, flint tools, and animal bone, indicating use for settlement, gathering, and possibly ritual purposes. The site represents an important example of early agricultural communities in southern England during the transition to farming economies.

Mill Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002121. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mill Hill?

Mill Hill is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Dunmow in Essex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002121.

Who is responsible for protecting Mill Hill?

Mill Hill 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 1002121.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mill Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chiswick Hall moated site (2.4 km), Roman barrow 700m WNW of Clavering Farm (4.6 km), Roman villa at Chinnel Barn (5.1 km).

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