Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairnfield and field system 530m south of Dalebrook House

Cairnfield and field system 530m south of Dalebrook House

England
List entry 1018998
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Cairnfield and field system 530m south of Dalebrook House is a prehistoric monument complex located in Derbyshire comprising scattered cairns and associated field boundaries. The site dates to the Bronze Age and represents evidence of ancient settlement and land use practices in the upland landscape of the Peak District region. The cairns, which are scattered across the terrain, form part of a broader pattern of Bronze Age ritual and domestic activity known from similar upland sites in the region. The field system visible at the site demonstrates the organisation of agricultural land during the prehistoric period and contributes to understanding of Bronze Age farming communities in the English uplands.

Cairnfield and field system 530m south of Dalebrook House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018998. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairnfield and field system 530m south of Dalebrook House?

Cairnfield and field system 530m south of Dalebrook House is a prehistoric monument complex located in Derbyshire comprising scattered cairns and associated field boundaries. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018998.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairnfield and field system 530m south of Dalebrook House?

Cairnfield and field system 530m south of Dalebrook House 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 1018998.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairnfield and field system 530m south of Dalebrook House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn 450m north east of Raven Tor (3.8 km), Triple cairn, cairnfield and bole sites extending south westwards from Raven Tor (4.4 km), Cairn 600m south of Raven Tor (4.7 km).

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