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Small multivallate hillfort on Swarthy Hill is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Cumberland. The site comprises multiple defensive earthwork ramparts characteristic of Iron Age hillforts, positioned to command views across the surrounding landscape. The monument dates to the Iron Age period, representing a phase of intensified settlement fortification in northern Britain. The physical remains consist of the concentric or multiple defensive banks that would have enclosed a domestic settlement, though the precise extent and condition of surviving earthworks should be verified through site inspection or current archaeological surveys.
Small multivallate hillfort on Swarthy Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014914. View the official record →
Small multivallate hillfort on Swarthy Hill is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Cumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014914.
Small multivallate hillfort on Swarthy 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 1014914.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman cremation cemetery, 380m south east of Maryport Roman fort (4.2 km), Netherhall (4.6 km), Medieval site in Netherhall Park, left bank of River Ellen (4.7 km).
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