Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Kings Gate

The Kings Gate

England
List entry 1001938
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Kings Gate is a prehistoric earthwork located in Hampshire, England. It consists of a linear defensive structure that forms part of the wider Danebury landscape, where it functioned as a territorial or defensive boundary in the Iron Age. The monument comprises a substantial bank and ditch arrangement characteristic of Iron Age construction and settlement patterns in southern Britain. Its proximity to other contemporary sites in the region indicates its role within a network of defended settlements and land divisions typical of the late prehistoric period.

The Kings Gate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001938. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Kings Gate?

The Kings Gate is a prehistoric earthwork located in Hampshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001938.

Who is responsible for protecting The Kings Gate?

The Kings Gate 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 1001938.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Kings Gate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows 200m east of Twyford Pumping Station (4.3 km), Pumping station (4.4 km), Twyford Roman villa (4.7 km).

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