Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRound called Rings Camp

Round called Rings Camp

England
List entry 1003075
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Rings Camp is a prehistoric hillfort located near Round in Cornwall. The monument comprises a roughly circular enclosure defined by a single substantial bank and outer ditch, characteristic of Iron Age defensive settlements in the South West. The site occupies a commanding position that would have provided strategic advantage over surrounding lowland terrain. Its precise dating remains uncertain, though the form and construction method suggest occupation during the Iron Age period, when such enclosed settlements served administrative, defensive, or gathering functions for local communities.

Round called Rings Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003075. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Round called Rings Camp?

Rings Camp is a prehistoric hillfort located near Round in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003075.

Who is responsible for protecting Round called Rings Camp?

Round called Rings 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 1003075.

What other scheduled monuments are near Round called Rings Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 472m SSW of Caradon Hill summit (7.7 km), Round cairn 557m SSW of Caradon Hill summit (7.8 km), Tor cairn with adjacent sub-rectangular hut 650m SSW of Caradon Hill summit (7.9 km).

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