Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Ring earthwork

The Ring earthwork

England
List entry 1001941
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Ring earthwork is a univallate Iron Age hillfort located near Micheldever in Hampshire, England. The monument consists of a single defensive bank and ditch enclosing an approximately circular area, characteristic of the defended settlements constructed across southern Britain during the Iron Age period. The earthwork survives as a substantial topographical feature and represents an important example of Iron Age settlement fortification in the Hampshire landscape, reflecting the defensive and territorial concerns of prehistoric communities in this region.

The Ring earthwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001941. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is The Ring earthwork?

The Ring earthwork is a univallate Iron Age hillfort located near Micheldever in Hampshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001941.

Who is responsible for protecting The Ring earthwork?

The Ring 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 1001941.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Ring earthwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Netley Castle (9 km), Netley Abbey; precinct wall and moat (9 km), Bowl barrow 100m north-east of Ipley crossroads (10 km).

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