Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWithy Copse ditch

Withy Copse ditch

England
List entry 1004760
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Withy Copse ditch is a prehistoric linear earthwork located in Wiltshire. The monument consists of a substantial ditch that forms part of the landscape archaeology of the region, typical of the defensive or territorial systems constructed during the Bronze Age or Iron Age periods. Such linear ditches served practical purposes in land demarcation, stock management, or settlement defence, reflecting the social organisation and land use practices of prehistoric communities. The site remains an important record of ancient land division patterns in Wiltshire.

Withy Copse ditch is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004760. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Withy Copse ditch?

Withy Copse ditch is a prehistoric linear earthwork located in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004760.

Who is responsible for protecting Withy Copse ditch?

Withy Copse 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 1004760.

What other scheduled monuments are near Withy Copse ditch?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow cemetery 320m south east of Down Farm (7.7 km), Old Hat Barrow, bowl barrow (7.9 km), Everleigh Barrows (8.2 km).

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