Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRectangular earthwork in Shingleton Wood

Rectangular earthwork in Shingleton Wood

England
List entry 1005149
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Rectangular earthwork in Shingleton Wood is a linear archaeological feature situated in Kent, England. The monument comprises an approximately rectangular arrangement of banks and ditches whose origins and precise dating remain matters of archaeological enquiry. Such earthworks in woodland settings of south-eastern England may relate to various periods from prehistory through the medieval period, though without excavation or detailed survey their chronological placement and functional purpose cannot be definitively established. The feature survives as an earthwork within the woodland landscape, where it represents part of the archaeological record of land use and management in the Kentish countryside.

Rectangular earthwork in Shingleton Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005149. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rectangular earthwork in Shingleton Wood?

Rectangular earthwork in Shingleton Wood is a linear archaeological feature situated in Kent, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005149.

Who is responsible for protecting Rectangular earthwork in Shingleton Wood?

Rectangular earthwork in Shingleton Wood 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 1005149.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rectangular earthwork in Shingleton Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 450m north-east of Shingleton Farm (0.5 km), Large cemetery N of Sangrado's Wood (2.7 km), Two enclosures 400yds (360m) NE of Mill House School (4.3 km).

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