Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSlight univallate hillfort and two ring cairns on the summit of Titterstone Clee Hill

Slight univallate hillfort and two ring cairns on the summit of Titterstone Clee Hill

England
List entry 1008391
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England
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History & significance

Slight univallate hillfort and two ring cairns on the summit of Titterstone Clee Hill is a prehistoric defensive settlement located on the highest point of Titterstone Clee in Shropshire. The hillfort is defined by a single substantial rampart that encloses the hilltop, characteristic of univallate construction, and is accompanied by two ring cairns situated within or near the fortified area. The site dates to the Iron Age, representing a period of significant hill fort construction across the Welsh Marches and surrounding regions. The elevated position of the settlement, combined with its defensive earthwork, suggests it served both protective and territorial functions during its period of occupation.

Slight univallate hillfort and two ring cairns on the summit of Titterstone Clee Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008391. View the official record →

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What is Slight univallate hillfort and two ring cairns on the summit of Titterstone Clee Hill?

Slight univallate hillfort and two ring cairns on the summit of Titterstone Clee Hill is a prehistoric defensive settlement located on the highest point of Titterstone Clee in Shropshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008391.

Who is responsible for protecting Slight univallate hillfort and two ring cairns on the summit of Titterstone Clee Hill?

Slight univallate hillfort and two ring cairns on the summit of Titterstone Clee Hill 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 1008391.

What other scheduled monuments are near Slight univallate hillfort and two ring cairns on the summit of Titterstone Clee Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring cairn and two round cairns on Hoare Edge, 550m south east of Nine Springs Farm (1.2 km), Coal mining remains at Cornbrook on Clee Hill (2.2 km), Churchyard cross at St Mary's Church (2.6 km).

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