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 univallate hillfort situated in Northumberland, England. The monument comprises a single defensive bank and ditch enclosing an irregular polygonal area on elevated ground. Dating to the Iron Age, the site represents a form of settlement and defensive architecture characteristic of the later prehistoric period in northern Britain. The hillfort's physical remains, though subject to erosion and land use over two millennia, preserve evidence of Iron Age territorial organization and settlement patterns in the region.

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 univallate hillfort situated in Northumberland, England. 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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