Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWappenbury camp univallate hillfort and medieval settlement remains

Wappenbury camp univallate hillfort and medieval settlement remains

England
List entry 1009817
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Wappenbury camp is a univallate hillfort situated in Warwickshire, England, dating to the Iron Age period. The monument is defined by a single defensive bank and ditch enclosure that originally enclosed an area of settlement. Medieval occupation evidence has been identified at the site, indicating continued use of the location in later centuries. The hillfort represents an important example of Iron Age fortified settlement in the Midlands region, with its dual chronological significance spanning both prehistoric and medieval periods of occupation.

Wappenbury camp univallate hillfort and medieval settlement remains is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009817. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Wappenbury camp univallate hillfort and medieval settlement remains?

Wappenbury camp is a univallate hillfort situated in Warwickshire, England, dating to the Iron Age period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009817.

Who is responsible for protecting Wappenbury camp univallate hillfort and medieval settlement remains?

Wappenbury camp univallate hillfort and medieval settlement remains 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 1009817.

What other scheduled monuments are near Wappenbury camp univallate hillfort and medieval settlement remains?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hunningham Bridge (0.9 km), Pit alignments N of Bubbenhall village (4.1 km), Stare Bridge (5.2 km).

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