Scheduled MonumentsEnglandUley Bury camp

Uley Bury camp

England
List entry 1004866
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Uley Bury is a univallate Iron Age hillfort located near Uley in Gloucestershire. The monument comprises a single defensive bank and ditch enclosing approximately 32 acres on the summit of a prominent hill, typical of the substantial hillforts that dominated the landscape of the Cotswolds during the Iron Age period. Archaeological investigation and surface survey have identified evidence of occupation and use during the Iron Age, reflecting its role as a significant territorial centre or defended settlement. The site remains an important example of Iron Age defensive architecture in the West of England and contributes substantially to understanding settlement patterns and land use in the prehistoric and protohistoric periods of the region.

Uley Bury camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004866. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Uley Bury camp?

Uley Bury is a univallate Iron Age hillfort located near Uley in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004866.

Who is responsible for protecting Uley Bury camp?

Uley Bury 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 1004866.

What other scheduled monuments are near Uley Bury camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blackquarries Hill long barrow (5.7 km), Bowl barrow on Brock Hill, 550m west of Lasborough Cottage (5.8 km), Bowl barrow on Brock Hill, 400m south west of Lasborough Cottage (5.9 km).

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