Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down

Prehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down

England
List entry 1015716
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down is a ancient boundary feature located in Sussex, England. The monument consists of a linear earthwork, typical of prehistoric field systems and territorial divisions, which dates to the Bronze Age or Iron Age period. Such linear boundaries were fundamental to the organisation of the prehistoric landscape, serving to delineate land parcels, control livestock movement, and establish territorial claims across the downland. The feature survives as an earthwork and represents an important record of prehistoric land use and social organisation in the South Downs region.

Prehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015716. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Prehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down?

Prehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down is a ancient boundary feature located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015716.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down?

Prehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down 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 1015716.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric linear boundary on Wepham Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Burpham camp (2.7 km), Prehistoric flint mine and part of a round barrow cemetery at Blackpatch, 400m north east of Myrtle Grove Farm (3.3 km), Ringwork 400m NNW of Batworthpark House (4.5 km).

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