Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Camp earthwork

The Camp earthwork

England
List entry 1007307
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Camp earthwork is a prehistoric enclosure located in Herefordshire. The monument comprises a substantial bank and ditch system characteristic of Neolithic or Bronze Age defensive or ceremonial sites, though its precise dating remains uncertain without archaeological investigation. Its physical form suggests it served either a practical defensive purpose or functioned as a ritual or communal gathering place. The earthwork represents an important surviving example of prehistoric landscape modification in the county and contributes to understanding early settlement patterns in the Welsh borderland region.

The Camp earthwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007307. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Camp earthwork?

The Camp earthwork is a prehistoric enclosure located in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007307.

Who is responsible for protecting The Camp earthwork?

The Camp earthwork 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 1007307.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Camp earthwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Newton Tump (7.9 km), Motte castle 150m east of Tump House Farm (8.7 km), Bredwardine Castle (9 km).

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