Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCastle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks

Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks

England
List entry 1019403
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks is a multi-period archaeological site near Castleford in Yorkshire, England. The site contains evidence of prehistoric settlement and associated field systems, alongside later medieval woodland management features represented by substantial earthwork banks. These stratified remains demonstrate human occupation and land use spanning from prehistoric through medieval periods, making the site valuable for understanding the long-term development of settlement patterns and agricultural practices in the region. The physical character of the surviving earthworks provides important archaeological evidence for both prehistoric land division and the management of woodland resources during the medieval period.

Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019403. View the official record →

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What is Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks?

Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks is a multi-period archaeological site near Castleford in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019403.

Who is responsible for protecting Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks?

Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks 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 1019403.

What other scheduled monuments are near Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Steeton Hall medieval magnate's residence and manorial centre (3.3 km), Site of 'King Athelstan's Palace', immediately north of the church (3.9 km), Manor Garth Hill ringwork (4 km).

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