Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOld Warren earthwork

Old Warren earthwork

England
List entry 1002749
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Old Warren is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Dorset. The monument consists of concentric ditches with interrupted segments characteristic of Neolithic defensive or ceremonial sites of the fourth millennium BC. Such enclosures are thought to have served functions related to gathering, exchange, or ritual activity rather than permanent fortification. The site represents an important example of early monumental architecture in southern England.

Old Warren earthwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002749. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Old Warren earthwork?

Old Warren is a Neolithic causewayed enclosure located near Dorset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002749.

Who is responsible for protecting Old Warren earthwork?

Old Warren 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 1002749.

What other scheduled monuments are near Old Warren earthwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two round barrows on Wears Hill (3.2 km), St Peter's Abbey (3.6 km), Two fishponds in Oddens Wood (3.6 km).

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