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Risbury Camp is a univallate hillfort located near Risbury in Herefordshire, England. The monument comprises a single defensive rampart enclosing approximately three hectares, with evidence suggesting construction during the Iron Age, likely between the 5th and 1st centuries BC. The fort occupies a commanding position on elevated ground, a typical siting for hillforts of this period which served defensive, administrative, and possibly ceremonial functions within the later prehistoric landscape. The earthwork survives as a substantial archaeological feature, preserving important evidence of Iron Age settlement patterns and fortification practices in the West Midlands region.
Risbury Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001749. View the official record →
Risbury Camp is a univallate hillfort located near Risbury in Herefordshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001749.
Risbury Camp 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 1001749.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman settlement (1.5 km), Westington Camp (4.1 km), Bach Camp (5 km).
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