Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNottingham Hill camp

Nottingham Hill camp

England
List entry 1004864
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Nottingham Hill camp is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Cheltenham in Gloucestershire. The site comprises multiple circuits of ditches interrupted by causeways, a characteristic feature of early Neolithic monuments dating to approximately 3500–3000 BCE. Excavations have revealed evidence of occupation and ritual activity, including pottery and flint tools consistent with Neolithic settlement patterns. The monument represents an important example of early agricultural communities in the Cotswolds region and contributes to understanding Neolithic social organisation and land use in western Britain.

Nottingham Hill camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004864. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Nottingham Hill camp?

Nottingham Hill camp is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Cheltenham in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004864.

Who is responsible for protecting Nottingham Hill camp?

Nottingham Hill camp 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 1004864.

What other scheduled monuments are near Nottingham Hill camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 750m north west of Wood Farm (6.9 km), Sennington ancient village (7.9 km), Churchyard cross in St Mary's churchyard (8.3 km).

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