Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRingwork 750m west of Grove Farm

Ringwork 750m west of Grove Farm

England
List entry 1014893
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ringwork 750m west of Grove Farm is a scheduled ancient monument located in Herefordshire, comprising an earthwork defensive structure typical of the medieval period. The site consists of a circular or oval embanked enclosure with an associated ditch, characteristic of ringwork fortifications that were constructed and utilised during the 11th to 13th centuries. Such ringworks represent a common form of manorial or baronial fortification in medieval England, providing domestic and defensive functions for local landholding families. The earthwork remains visible as a substantial landscape feature, preserving evidence of early medieval settlement hierarchy and territorial control in the region.

Ringwork 750m west of Grove Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014893. View the official record →

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What is Ringwork 750m west of Grove Farm?

Ringwork 750m west of Grove Farm is a scheduled ancient monument located in Herefordshire, comprising an earthwork defensive structure typical of the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014893.

Who is responsible for protecting Ringwork 750m west of Grove Farm?

Ringwork 750m west of Grove 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 1014893.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ringwork 750m west of Grove Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchyard cross in St David's churchyard (0.4 km), Llanwarne Church (St John the Baptist) (3.7 km), Kilpeck Castle and ancient village (4.2 km).

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