Scheduled MonumentsEnglandShenberrow Hill camp

Shenberrow Hill camp

England
List entry 1004867
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Shenberrow Hill camp is an Iron Age hillfort located in Gloucestershire, situated on elevated terrain that would have afforded commanding views of the surrounding landscape. The site is characterised by a single rampart with an external ditch, a defensive configuration typical of smaller hillforts of the Iron Age period. The monument dates to the later prehistoric period and represents settlement and defensive infrastructure from this era, though the precise chronology and intensity of occupation remain subjects of archaeological study. The hillfort's location and design reflect the strategic and settlement patterns of Iron Age communities in the Cotswolds region.

Shenberrow Hill camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004867. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Shenberrow Hill camp?

Shenberrow Hill camp is an Iron Age hillfort located in Gloucestershire, situated on elevated terrain that would have afforded commanding views of the surrounding landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004867.

Who is responsible for protecting Shenberrow Hill camp?

Shenberrow Hill 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 1004867.

What other scheduled monuments are near Shenberrow Hill camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 180m WNW of Nosehill Farm (8.5 km), Spoonley Wood Roman villa (8.5 km), Round barrow 250m south east of Greenfield Hill Barn (9 km).

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