Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRemains of Iron Age fort on Bloodgate Hill

Remains of Iron Age fort on Bloodgate Hill

England
List entry 1018342
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Remains of Iron Age fort on Bloodgate Hill is a univallate hillfort located in Norfolk, England. The site is defined by a single defensive bank and ditch that encircles the hilltop, typical of Iron Age fortified settlements in East Anglia dating to the later prehistoric period. The earthwork survives as a substantial upstanding monument despite centuries of agricultural use, preserving evidence of settlement practices and defensive architecture from the Iron Age. Such hillforts served multiple functions as centres of power, trade, and refuge during periods of increasing social complexity in prehistoric Britain.

Remains of Iron Age fort on Bloodgate Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018342. View the official record →

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What is Remains of Iron Age fort on Bloodgate Hill?

The Remains of Iron Age fort on Bloodgate Hill is a univallate hillfort located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018342.

Who is responsible for protecting Remains of Iron Age fort on Bloodgate Hill?

Remains of Iron Age fort on Bloodgate Hill 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 1018342.

What other scheduled monuments are near Remains of Iron Age fort on Bloodgate Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Group of four bowl barrows 600m south west of Buildings Farm (2.5 km), Bowl barrow in Wicken Covert, 100m south east of Highfield House (4.5 km), Saucer barrow on Coxford Heath, 480m south west of Highfield House (4.7 km).

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