Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWest Hill camp

West Hill camp

England
List entry 1006534
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

West Hill camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Northumberland. The monument comprises a univallate earthwork consisting of a single defensive bank and ditch, characteristic of Iron Age fortified settlements in northern Britain. The site occupies a commanding position on high ground, offering strategic views over the surrounding landscape. West Hill camp represents the type of defended settlement that would have served as a focal point for local communities during the later prehistoric period, though detailed excavation records specific to this monument remain limited in the broader archaeological literature.

West Hill camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006534. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is West Hill camp?

West Hill camp is a prehistoric hillfort located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006534.

Who is responsible for protecting West Hill camp?

West Hill 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 1006534.

What other scheduled monuments are near West Hill camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hut circle 920m SSW of Mounthooly (8.4 km), Shieling 930m SSW of Mounthooly (8.4 km), Shieling 950m SSW of Mounthooly (8.4 km).

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