Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMound on Hamilton Hill

Mound on Hamilton Hill

England
List entry 1002921
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mound on Hamilton Hill is a prehistoric or early medieval earthwork located in Nottinghamshire. The monument consists of a substantial mound which survives as a prominent topographical feature. Such mounds in the English landscape often represent either Bronze Age burial cairns, Iron Age hill fort defences, or early medieval administrative or defensive structures, though the precise chronology and function of this particular example would require archaeological investigation to determine with certainty. The site's survival as a recognisable earthwork demonstrates its historical importance as a landscape marker across successive periods of occupation and use in the region.

Mound on Hamilton Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002921. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mound on Hamilton Hill?

Mound on Hamilton Hill is a prehistoric or early medieval earthwork located in Nottinghamshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002921.

Who is responsible for protecting Mound on Hamilton Hill?

Mound on Hamilton 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 1002921.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mound on Hamilton Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Market cross, Kirkby in Ashfield (4.1 km), Fishponds 220m east of St Wilfrid's Church (4.2 km), Castle Hill fortified manor (4.4 km).

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