Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBoythorpe settlement site

Boythorpe settlement site

England
List entry 1004059
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Boythorpe settlement site is a prehistoric and Romano-British occupation site located in Yorkshire. The site comprises the remains of settlements and associated features dating from the Iron Age and Romano-British periods, demonstrating continuity of habitation across these archaeological horizons. The archaeological evidence at Boythorpe reflects patterns of settlement activity characteristic of the Yorkshire region during the late prehistoric and Roman occupation periods. The site's significance lies in its contribution to understanding settlement patterns and land use in northern Britain during these formative periods of cultural and economic development.

Boythorpe settlement site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004059. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Boythorpe settlement site?

Boythorpe settlement site is a prehistoric and Romano-British occupation site located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004059.

Who is responsible for protecting Boythorpe settlement site?

Boythorpe settlement site 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 1004059.

What other scheduled monuments are near Boythorpe settlement site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of linear earthwork 200m north east of Pasture Cottages (4.7 km), Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn (5.4 km), Three bowl barrows 200m west of Belle Vue Farm (6.5 km).

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