Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBainbridge slight univallate hillfort

Bainbridge slight univallate hillfort

England
List entry 1009323
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Bainbridge is a slight univallate hillfort located in the Wensleydale area of Yorkshire, England. The monument consists of a single defensive bank and ditch enclosure which, whilst modest in scale, represents Iron Age defensive settlement activity in the northern Pennines. The site's univallate construction suggests a relatively straightforward fortification typical of upland Yorkshire hillforts of the later prehistoric period. The survival of the earthwork remains allows for the study of local settlement patterns and land use strategies during the Iron Age in this upland region.

Bainbridge slight univallate hillfort is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009323. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bainbridge slight univallate hillfort?

Bainbridge is a slight univallate hillfort located in the Wensleydale area of Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009323.

Who is responsible for protecting Bainbridge slight univallate hillfort?

Bainbridge slight univallate hillfort 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 1009323.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bainbridge slight univallate hillfort?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bainbridge Roman fort and annexe (0.6 km), Bow Bridge 90m east of Bowbridge Hill (1.2 km), Ring cairn 580m west of Askrigg church (1.5 km).

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