Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSmall multivallate hillfort called Wychbury Ring, 450m south-east of Pedmore Hall

Small multivallate hillfort called Wychbury Ring, 450m south-east of Pedmore Hall

England
List entry 1005900
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Wychbury Ring is a multivallate hillfort situated approximately 450 metres south-east of Pedmore Hall in Worcestershire. The monument comprises multiple concentric defensive banks and ditches characteristic of Iron Age fortification design, likely dating to the later prehistoric period. The hillfort's physical structure reflects the strategic importance of its elevated position within the landscape, though the extent of its occupation and the specific chronology of its construction phases remain subjects of archaeological investigation. As a designated ancient monument, Wychbury Ring represents significant evidence of Iron Age settlement and defensive practices in the West Midlands region.

Small multivallate hillfort called Wychbury Ring, 450m south-east of Pedmore Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005900. View the official record →

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What is Small multivallate hillfort called Wychbury Ring, 450m south-east of Pedmore Hall?

Wychbury Ring is a multivallate hillfort situated approximately 450 metres south-east of Pedmore Hall in Worcestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005900.

Who is responsible for protecting Small multivallate hillfort called Wychbury Ring, 450m south-east of Pedmore Hall?

Small multivallate hillfort called Wychbury Ring, 450m south-east of Pedmore Hall 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 1005900.

What other scheduled monuments are near Small multivallate hillfort called Wychbury Ring, 450m south-east of Pedmore Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Churchill Forge (4.2 km), Cross in St John the Baptist's churchyard (5.1 km), The Redhouse, Whitehouse and Newhouse glassworks (5.3 km).

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