Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOdstock Copse earthwork

Odstock Copse earthwork

England
List entry 1004775
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Odstock Copse earthwork is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Odstock in Wiltshire. The monument consists of interrupted ditch systems arranged in roughly concentric arcs, characteristic of causewayed enclosures of the early Neolithic period, dating to approximately 3700–3500 BCE. These earthworks would have served multiple functions including stock control, gathering places, and ceremonial sites for Neolithic communities. The site remains substantially visible as earthwork features within the modern landscape, preserving important evidence of early agricultural settlement and social organisation in southern Britain.

Odstock Copse earthwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004775. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Odstock Copse earthwork?

Odstock Copse earthwork is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Odstock in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004775.

Who is responsible for protecting Odstock Copse earthwork?

Odstock Copse earthwork 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 1004775.

What other scheduled monuments are near Odstock Copse earthwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mizmaze on Breamore Down (4.8 km), Giant's Grave: a long barrow 400m north-west of Down Farm (5.1 km), Whitsbury hillfort (5.7 km).

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