Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairn on Stainforth Scar, 180m east of Hawes Close Barn

Cairn on Stainforth Scar, 180m east of Hawes Close Barn

England
List entry 1014359
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Cairn on Stainforth Scar, 180m east of Hawes Close Barn is a Bronze Age burial monument situated in the Yorkshire Dales. The cairn takes the form of a mound of stones constructed as a funerary structure, typical of prehistoric burial practices in northern England during the Bronze Age period. Its location on Stainforth Scar reflects the Bronze Age tradition of placing such monuments on elevated or prominent landscape positions, which would have made them visible markers across the surrounding moorland. The monument is designated as a scheduled ancient monument, recognising its archaeological importance as evidence of Bronze Age settlement patterns and burial customs in the region.

Cairn on Stainforth Scar, 180m east of Hawes Close Barn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014359. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairn on Stainforth Scar, 180m east of Hawes Close Barn?

Cairn on Stainforth Scar, 180m east of Hawes Close Barn is a Bronze Age burial monument situated in the Yorkshire Dales. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014359.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairn on Stainforth Scar, 180m east of Hawes Close Barn?

Cairn on Stainforth Scar, 180m east of Hawes Close Barn 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 1014359.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairn on Stainforth Scar, 180m east of Hawes Close Barn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar (1.8 km), Victoria Cave, Langcliffe Scar (2.2 km), Kinsey Cave, Giggleswick Scar (2.5 km).

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