Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSlight univallate hillfort in Dunmere Wood 235m WNW of Crabb's Pool

Slight univallate hillfort in Dunmere Wood 235m WNW of Crabb's Pool

England
List entry 1004424
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Overview

History & significance

Slight univallate hillfort in Dunmere Wood is a defended settlement of Iron Age date located in Cornwall. The monument comprises a single defensive rampart enclosing an area of raised ground, characteristic of univallate hillforts common in the south-west peninsula during the later prehistoric period. The earthwork, though now reduced in prominence, represents evidence of territorial control and settlement during the Iron Age, when such hillforts served as centres of economic and social organisation. Its position within Dunmere Wood has assisted in the survival of archaeological remains despite considerable degradation over two millennia.

Slight univallate hillfort in Dunmere Wood 235m WNW of Crabb's Pool is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004424. View the official record →

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What is Slight univallate hillfort in Dunmere Wood 235m WNW of Crabb's Pool?

Slight univallate hillfort in Dunmere Wood is a defended settlement of Iron Age date located in Cornwall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004424.

Who is responsible for protecting Slight univallate hillfort in Dunmere Wood 235m WNW of Crabb's Pool?

Slight univallate hillfort in Dunmere Wood 235m WNW of Crabb's Pool 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 1004424.

What other scheduled monuments are near Slight univallate hillfort in Dunmere Wood 235m WNW of Crabb's Pool?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including A henge re-used as a medieval playing place, 75m north east of Castle Hill Farm (6.2 km), Bowl barrow 270m south west of Castle Hill Farm (6.5 km), Earlier prehistoric hillfort, stone hut circle settlement and field system at Helman Tor (7.1 km).

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