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 located near Wappenbury in Warwickshire, dating to the Iron Age. The fort comprises a single defensive bank and ditch enclosing an area of approximately two hectares, positioned on elevated terrain that commands views across the surrounding landscape. Medieval settlement remains are evident within and adjacent to the hillfort, indicating continued occupation or use of the site during the later medieval period. The monument represents an important example of Iron Age fortified settlement in the Midlands and illustrates the longue durée of significant settlement locations in the English landscape.

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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What is Wappenbury camp univallate hillfort and medieval settlement remains?

Wappenbury camp is a univallate hillfort located near Wappenbury in Warwickshire, dating to the Iron Age. 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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