Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWhite Tor camp, Cudlipptown Down

White Tor camp, Cudlipptown Down

England
List entry 1004584
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

White Tor camp is a univallate hillfort situated on Cudlipptown Down in Devon. The monument is defined by a single defensive rampart and ditch enclosing an irregular polygonal area, characteristics typical of Iron Age hillforts in the Southwest of England. The site commands views across the surrounding landscape, a positioning consistent with the strategic and territorial functions attributed to such fortifications during the Iron Age period. Archaeological survey has recorded the defensive earthworks, though limited excavation has been undertaken at this location.

White Tor camp, Cudlipptown Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004584. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is White Tor camp, Cudlipptown Down?

White Tor camp is a univallate hillfort situated on Cudlipptown Down in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004584.

Who is responsible for protecting White Tor camp, Cudlipptown Down?

White Tor camp, Cudlipptown Down 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 1004584.

What other scheduled monuments are near White Tor camp, Cudlipptown Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Middleworth farmstead, 450m south east of Norsworthy Bridge (9.9 km), Two stone hut circles 570m south west of Down Tor (10.1 km), Two stone hut circles 160m south of Down Tor (10.1 km).

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