Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRing ditch and enclosure 200yds (180m) E of Parsonage Farm

Ring ditch and enclosure 200yds (180m) E of Parsonage Farm

England
List entry 1003121
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Ring ditch and enclosure 200 yards east of Parsonage Farm is a prehistoric monument located in Kent. The site comprises a ring ditch, a circular or sub-circular earthwork characteristic of Bronze Age burial monuments or ceremonial enclosures, accompanied by an associated enclosure. Such ring ditches typically date to the Bronze Age period, though the specific chronology of this example would require archaeological investigation to establish precisely. The monument survives as an archaeological feature recorded in the heritage record, representing evidence of prehistoric activity and settlement patterns in the Kent landscape.

Ring ditch and enclosure 200yds (180m) E of Parsonage Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003121. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ring ditch and enclosure 200yds (180m) E of Parsonage Farm?

Ring ditch and enclosure 200 yards east of Parsonage Farm is a prehistoric monument located in Kent. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003121.

Who is responsible for protecting Ring ditch and enclosure 200yds (180m) E of Parsonage Farm?

Ring ditch and enclosure 200yds (180m) E of Parsonage 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 1003121.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ring ditch and enclosure 200yds (180m) E of Parsonage Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wingham Roman villa, 100m south of Glendale Cottage (3.6 km), Anglo-Saxon cemetery at Ash Mill (3.8 km), Well Chapel (remains of), Bekesbourne (6.7 km).

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