Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWhitefield Hill ditch

Whitefield Hill ditch

England
List entry 1004732
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Whitefield Hill ditch is a linear earthwork located in Wiltshire. The monument comprises a substantial ditch which forms part of the archaeological landscape of the region. Such linear features are characteristic of prehistoric and early historic land divisions and territorial boundaries, though the precise dating and function of this particular example would require specialist archaeological investigation. The site remains of interest for understanding land use and organisation in ancient Wiltshire.

Whitefield Hill ditch is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004732. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Whitefield Hill ditch?

Whitefield Hill ditch is a linear earthwork located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004732.

Who is responsible for protecting Whitefield Hill ditch?

Whitefield Hill ditch 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 1004732.

What other scheduled monuments are near Whitefield Hill ditch?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ditch 530yds (484m) SW of Stitchcombe Farm (7.1 km), Camp on Forest Hill (7.2 km), Marlborough Mound (7.6 km).

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