Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCanklow Hill earthworks

Canklow Hill earthworks

England
List entry 1004818
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Canklow Hill earthworks is a prehistoric monument located in South Yorkshire, England. The site comprises a series of earthen banks and ditches that form part of the broader landscape of prehistoric activity in the region. Dating to the Bronze Age or Iron Age period, the earthworks represent an important example of defensive or ceremonial land use from ancient times. The monument's specific function and detailed chronology remain subjects of archaeological study, though its preservation as a scheduled ancient monument reflects its significance to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns in Yorkshire.

Canklow Hill earthworks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004818. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Canklow Hill earthworks?

Canklow Hill earthworks is a prehistoric monument located in South Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004818.

Who is responsible for protecting Canklow Hill earthworks?

Canklow Hill earthworks 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 1004818.

What other scheduled monuments are near Canklow Hill earthworks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blue Man's Bower moated site, Whiston (1.2 km), The glassworks cone (2.3 km), Old Bridge (2.4 km).

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