Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWall Hills Camp

Wall Hills Camp

England
List entry 1001748
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wall Hills Camp is a Iron Age hillfort situated near Goodrich in Herefordshire. The monument comprises a substantial enclosure defined by multiple defensive earthworks, including ditches and banks that follow the contours of the hilltop. Dating to the Iron Age period, the site represents an important example of fortified settlement characteristic of pre-Roman Britain. The defensive works remain clearly visible in the landscape and demonstrate the strategic military considerations of Iron Age communities in the Welsh Marches region.

Wall Hills Camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1001748. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wall Hills Camp?

Wall Hills Camp is a Iron Age hillfort situated near Goodrich in Herefordshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1001748.

Who is responsible for protecting Wall Hills Camp?

Wall Hills 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 1001748.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wall Hills Camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Garmsley Hill Fort (2.2 km), Motte and bailey castle (2.7 km), Castle mound (2.7 km).

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