Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSub-rectangular enclosure in Great Bradford Wood

Sub-rectangular enclosure in Great Bradford Wood

England
List entry 1019731
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sub-rectangular enclosure in Great Bradford Wood is a prehistoric earthwork located in Wiltshire. The monument comprises a sub-rectangular ditched enclosure of Bronze Age date, forming part of the wider archaeological landscape of the Wiltshire downlands. The earthwork is defined by substantial banks and ditches that delineate its perimeter, though its precise function remains uncertain within the range of Bronze Age settlement and territorial practices. The site is registered on the National Heritage List for England as a scheduled monument, reflecting its archaeological importance as evidence of prehistoric land organisation and settlement patterns in the region.

Sub-rectangular enclosure in Great Bradford Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019731. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sub-rectangular enclosure in Great Bradford Wood?

Sub-rectangular enclosure in Great Bradford Wood is a prehistoric earthwork located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019731.

Who is responsible for protecting Sub-rectangular enclosure in Great Bradford Wood?

Sub-rectangular enclosure in Great Bradford Wood 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 1019731.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sub-rectangular enclosure in Great Bradford Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Shrunken Settlement of Paxcroft to east of Lower Paxcroft Farm (4.7 km), Iford Bridge (4.8 km), Farleigh Hungerford Castle (5.3 km).

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