Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMultiple enclosure hillfort on Coxall Knoll

Multiple enclosure hillfort on Coxall Knoll

England
List entry 1014107
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Coxall Knoll is a multiple enclosure hillfort situated in Shropshire, England, dating to the Iron Age period. The monument comprises two concentric defensive earthworks that follow the natural contours of the hilltop, with the inner enclosure defining a smaller fortified area. The site's defensive layout, characteristic of Iron Age settlement patterns in the Welsh Marches, reflects the strategic importance of elevated positions during this period of intensified hilltop occupation in the region. The earthworks remain substantially visible as banks and ditches, preserving evidence of prehistoric territorial control and settlement organisation in this borderland landscape.

Multiple enclosure hillfort on Coxall Knoll is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014107. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Multiple enclosure hillfort on Coxall Knoll?

Coxall Knoll is a multiple enclosure hillfort situated in Shropshire, England, dating to the Iron Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014107.

Who is responsible for protecting Multiple enclosure hillfort on Coxall Knoll?

Multiple enclosure hillfort on Coxall Knoll 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 1014107.

What other scheduled monuments are near Multiple enclosure hillfort on Coxall Knoll?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mound 1200yds (1100m) NNE of the Church (5.4 km), Lingen Castle (6.2 km), Post-medieval house and gardens at Willey Court, 450m south east of Willey House (6.6 km).

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