Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWindrush camp

Windrush camp

England
List entry 1003323
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Windrush camp is a univallate hillfort located near the village of Windrush in Gloucestershire. The site dates to the Iron Age and is defended by a single bank and ditch enclosure that follows the natural contours of the hilltop. The fort occupies a commanding position within the Cotswold landscape, which would have afforded views across surrounding territory during the prehistoric period. The monument survives as an upstanding earthwork and remains a significant example of Iron Age defensive architecture in the region.

Windrush camp is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003323. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Windrush camp?

Windrush camp is a univallate hillfort located near the village of Windrush in Gloucestershire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003323.

Who is responsible for protecting Windrush camp?

Windrush 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 1003323.

What other scheduled monuments are near Windrush camp?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 750m north east of Eastleachdowns Farm (3.7 km), Five bowl barrows 870m north west of Eastleachdowns Farm (3.8 km), Dean Camp hillfort (3.9 km).

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