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Pyotts Hill entrenchment is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Hampshire. The monument consists of an enclosed area defined by substantial banks and ditches, characteristic of Iron Age hill fort construction. Its precise chronology and functional purpose within the landscape remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though it represents an important example of prehistoric settlement hierarchy and territorial organisation in the region. The site contributes to understanding Iron Age defensive strategies and land use patterns across central southern England.
Pyotts Hill entrenchment is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001924. View the official record →
Pyotts Hill entrenchment is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Hampshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001924.
Pyotts Hill entrenchment 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 1001924.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Oliver's Battery: a motte and bailey castle at Old Basing (1 km), Basing House and the Grange Field (1.8 km), Holy Ghost Chapel (3.3 km).
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