Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Dykes Henge

Castle Dykes Henge

England
List entry 1008878
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castle Dykes Henge is a Neolithic henge monument located near Catterick in North Yorkshire, England. The site comprises a circular earthwork with an internal ditch and external bank, characteristic of the henge tradition that flourished during the Late Neolithic period, approximately 3000–2000 BCE. The monument measures roughly 100 metres in diameter and would originally have served a ritual or ceremonial function, likely associated with gatherings or astronomical observations. Castle Dykes represents an important example of Neolithic monumental architecture in the Pennine region and contributes to our understanding of prehistoric settlement patterns and ritual practice in northern Britain.

Castle Dykes Henge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008878. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Castle Dykes Henge?

Castle Dykes Henge is a Neolithic henge monument located near Catterick in North Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008878.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Dykes Henge?

Castle Dykes Henge 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 1008878.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Dykes Henge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosures on Greenber Edge (2.3 km), Ox Close small stone circle, Nab End (3 km), Stony Raise cairn, Greenber Edge. (3.2 km).

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