Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStanborough Camp Iron Age hillfort and bowl barrow

Stanborough Camp Iron Age hillfort and bowl barrow

England
List entry 1019314
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Stanborough Camp is a scheduled ancient monument comprising an Iron Age hillfort and bowl barrow located in Devon, England. The hillfort represents a significant defensive settlement from the Iron Age period, featuring earthwork fortifications characteristic of hillforts constructed across southern Britain during the later prehistoric era. The associated bowl barrow indicates Bronze Age burial activity at the site, demonstrating occupation and ritual use across multiple prehistoric periods. Together, these features illustrate the longstanding importance of the location as a focal point for settlement and ceremonial practice in the Devon landscape.

Stanborough Camp Iron Age hillfort and bowl barrow is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019314. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Stanborough Camp Iron Age hillfort and bowl barrow?

Stanborough Camp is a scheduled ancient monument comprising an Iron Age hillfort and bowl barrow located in Devon, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019314.

Who is responsible for protecting Stanborough Camp Iron Age hillfort and bowl barrow?

Stanborough Camp Iron Age hillfort and bowl barrow 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 1019314.

What other scheduled monuments are near Stanborough Camp Iron Age hillfort and bowl barrow?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ringwork and motte, 230m north east of Stanborough Camp (0.2 km), Round barrow cemetery known as Ritson Barrows, 420m north east of Stanborough Camp (0.4 km), Animal pound and enclosure 220m and 120m south west of High Marks Barn (3.8 km).

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