Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Aubreys camp

The Aubreys camp

England
List entry 1003520
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Aubreys camp is an Iron Age hillfort located in Hertfordshire. The site comprises a roughly circular enclosure defined by a substantial bank and ditch, typical of Iron Age defensive settlements in southern England. Positioned to command views across the surrounding landscape, the monument represents the type of fortified settlement that served both practical defensive and territorial functions during the Iron Age period. The earthworks remain substantially visible today, providing evidence of Iron Age settlement patterns and land use in the Hertfordshire region.

The Aubreys camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003520. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Aubreys camp?

The Aubreys camp is an Iron Age hillfort located in Hertfordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003520.

Who is responsible for protecting The Aubreys camp?

The Aubreys camp 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 1003520.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Aubreys camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Verulamium, Prae Wood settlement (5.2 km), Verulamium, part of wall and ditch of Roman city (6.3 km), St Albans Abbey Gatehouse (6.4 km).

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