Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBoltby Scar promontory fort and two round barrows

Boltby Scar promontory fort and two round barrows

England
List entry 1013086
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Boltby Scar promontory fort is an Iron Age hillfort situated on the North York Moors in North Yorkshire, England. The fort occupies a prominent position on a natural promontory, defended by multiple ramparts and ditches that exploit the natural topography of the steep scarp. The site is associated with two round barrows, which represent Bronze Age burial monuments predating the later Iron Age fortification, indicating prolonged human activity and significance at this landscape location. The promontory fort itself dates to the Iron Age period and represents a defensive settlement typical of northern Britain during this era.

Boltby Scar promontory fort and two round barrows is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013086. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Boltby Scar promontory fort and two round barrows?

Boltby Scar promontory fort is an Iron Age hillfort situated on the North York Moors in North Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013086.

Who is responsible for protecting Boltby Scar promontory fort and two round barrows?

Boltby Scar promontory fort and two round barrows 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 1013086.

What other scheduled monuments are near Boltby Scar promontory fort and two round barrows?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 230m east of Sutton Bank Farm (3.1 km), Round barrow 480m east of Yorkshire Gliding Club (4.1 km), Roulston Scar Iron Age promontory fort (4.2 km).

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