Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNeolithic causewayed enclosure and associated remains on Court Hill

Neolithic causewayed enclosure and associated remains on Court Hill

England
List entry 1018037
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Court Hill is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located in Sussex, England. The monument consists of multiple concentric ditches interrupted by causeways, a characteristic form of enclosure dating to the early Neolithic period, approximately 4000–3500 BCE. Such enclosures are thought to have served multiple functions including gathering places, defensive structures, and ritual centres, though their precise purpose remains debated amongst archaeologists. The site contributes to understanding of early agricultural settlement patterns and communal activity in Neolithic southern England.

Neolithic causewayed enclosure and associated remains on Court Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018037. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Neolithic causewayed enclosure and associated remains on Court Hill?

Court Hill is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018037.

Who is responsible for protecting Neolithic causewayed enclosure and associated remains on Court Hill?

Neolithic causewayed enclosure and associated remains on Court 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 1018037.

What other scheduled monuments are near Neolithic causewayed enclosure and associated remains on Court Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chichester Dyke, earthwork E of Chichester Barracks extending 600yds (550m) (8 km), Chichester Dyke, Broyle earthwork, section at Brandy Hole, extending E 230yds (210m) from railway, New Fishbourne (8.3 km), Chichester Dyke, Broyle earthwork, section extending 430yds (393m) through East Broyle Copse, to railway, and earthwork extending 400yds (365m) from Brandy Hole Lane, New Fishbourne (8.5 km).

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