Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRampart of an Iron Age defended settlement 410m south west of Mount Scylla Farm

Rampart of an Iron Age defended settlement 410m south west of Mount Scylla Farm

England
List entry 1019508
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Rampart of an Iron Age defended settlement 410m south west of Mount Scylla Farm is a prehistoric earthwork located in Wiltshire, England. The monument consists of defensive rampart construction characteristic of Iron Age settlement fortification in southern Britain, dating to the period roughly between the eighth and first centuries before the Common Era. The earthwork represents evidence of communal labour and organised settlement planning typical of later prehistoric communities in the region. The site's defensive character indicates a settlement of some significance during the Iron Age period, though the exact extent and internal arrangement of the defended area requires further archaeological investigation to establish with certainty.

Rampart of an Iron Age defended settlement 410m south west of Mount Scylla Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019508. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rampart of an Iron Age defended settlement 410m south west of Mount Scylla Farm?

The Rampart of an Iron Age defended settlement 410m south west of Mount Scylla Farm is a prehistoric earthwork located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019508.

Who is responsible for protecting Rampart of an Iron Age defended settlement 410m south west of Mount Scylla Farm?

Rampart of an Iron Age defended settlement 410m south west of Mount Scylla Farm 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 1019508.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rampart of an Iron Age defended settlement 410m south west of Mount Scylla Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including MoD CORSHAM: Quarry Working Areas in West Lung, Spring Quarry (5.5 km), MoD CORSHAM: Lamson Terminus Room and associated Fan Room (5.5 km), MoD CORSHAM: Radio Studio (5.5 km).

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