Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSmall multivallate hillfort called Tregeare Rounds

Small multivallate hillfort called Tregeare Rounds

England
List entry 1006662
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Tregeare Rounds is a multivallate hillfort situated in Cornwall, England, dating to the Iron Age period. The monument is defined by its multiple concentric defensive ramparts and ditches, which represent a significant example of Iron Age fortification architecture in the southwest of England. Such multivallate hillforts typically served as centres of settlement, control, and defence during the later prehistoric period, reflecting the social complexity and territorial organisation of Iron Age communities. The site remains an important archaeological record of Iron Age settlement patterns and defensive strategies in Cornwall.

Small multivallate hillfort called Tregeare Rounds is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006662. View the official record →

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What is Small multivallate hillfort called Tregeare Rounds?

Tregeare Rounds is a multivallate hillfort situated in Cornwall, England, dating to the Iron Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006662.

Who is responsible for protecting Small multivallate hillfort called Tregeare Rounds?

Small multivallate hillfort called Tregeare Rounds 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 1006662.

What other scheduled monuments are near Small multivallate hillfort called Tregeare Rounds?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval wayside cross in St Mabyn churchyard (6.9 km), Prehistoric standing stone, medieval wayside cross and cross base and post-medieval guide post at Longstone (7.2 km), Cross head N of Tregony Farm (7.6 km).

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