Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRing ditch and rectangular enclosure SE of Mockbeggar

Ring ditch and rectangular enclosure SE of Mockbeggar

England
List entry 1002212
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The ring ditch and rectangular enclosure south-east of Mockbeggar is a prehistoric monument located in Sussex, England. The site comprises two distinct earthwork features: a circular ditch characteristic of Neolithic or Bronze Age settlement and funerary practice, and an associated rectangular enclosure of indeterminate but likely prehistoric date. Such ring ditches commonly represent the remains of domestic structures, burial monuments, or ritual enclosures from the later prehistoric period. The monument's survival as an earthwork feature indicates its archaeological significance for understanding settlement patterns and land use in ancient Sussex.

Ring ditch and rectangular enclosure SE of Mockbeggar is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002212. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ring ditch and rectangular enclosure SE of Mockbeggar?

The ring ditch and rectangular enclosure south-east of Mockbeggar is a prehistoric monument located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002212.

Who is responsible for protecting Ring ditch and rectangular enclosure SE of Mockbeggar?

Ring ditch and rectangular enclosure SE of Mockbeggar 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 1002212.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ring ditch and rectangular enclosure SE of Mockbeggar?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ferry Gate, Winchelsea (5.3 km), Strand Gate, Winchelsea (5.4 km), Barn and cellar in Rectory Lane (5.5 km).

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