Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCairnfield and field systems on Saltergate Moor, immediately north of Nab Farm

Cairnfield and field systems on Saltergate Moor, immediately north of Nab Farm

England
List entry 1021237
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Cairnfield and field systems on Saltergate Moor immediately north of Nab Farm is a Bronze Age monument complex located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises cairns and associated field boundaries that represent evidence of prehistoric land use and settlement patterns in the upland landscape. The field systems, typical of Bronze Age agricultural organisation, indicate an organised approach to pastoral and arable farming during the second millennium BC. The monument survives as earthwork remains that contribute to understanding of Bronze Age settlement hierarchy and land management practices in the Pennine uplands.

Cairnfield and field systems on Saltergate Moor, immediately north of Nab Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021237. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairnfield and field systems on Saltergate Moor, immediately north of Nab Farm?

Cairnfield and field systems on Saltergate Moor immediately north of Nab Farm is a Bronze Age monument complex located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021237.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairnfield and field systems on Saltergate Moor, immediately north of Nab Farm?

Cairnfield and field systems on Saltergate Moor, immediately north of Nab Farm 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 1021237.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairnfield and field systems on Saltergate Moor, immediately north of Nab Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Warrening enclosure on Flainsey Rigg, 1.45km east of Upper Dalby Wood (8.7 km), Rabbit type on Flainsey Rigg, 1.3km east of Dalby Meadow (9.2 km), Round barrow on Givendale Rigg, 1.6km south west of Givendale Head Farm (9.5 km).

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