Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWallbury camp

Wallbury camp

England
List entry 1002190
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Wallbury Camp is an Iron Age hillfort located near Great Dunmow in Essex. The site comprises a substantial earthwork consisting of a single large bank with an external ditch, enclosing an area of approximately three hectares on rising ground. Archaeological evidence and typological analysis suggest the fort dates to the Iron Age, likely the later prehistoric period, though precise dating remains subject to scholarly interpretation. The monument represents a significant example of fortified settlement from this period in Essex and preserves important evidence of Iron Age defensive architecture and land use in the region.

Wallbury camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002190. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wallbury camp?

Wallbury Camp is an Iron Age hillfort located near Great Dunmow in Essex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002190.

Who is responsible for protecting Wallbury camp?

Wallbury 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 1002190.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wallbury camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chapel at Harlowbury (6 km), Harlowbury deserted medieval village (6.1 km), Bowl barrow, 240m N of The Kennels (6.9 km).

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