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Cratcliff Rocks is a defended settlement of Iron Age date located near Matlock in Derbyshire. The site occupies a naturally defensive position within a sandstone outcrop, with evidence of prehistoric occupation and fortification exploiting the rocky terrain. The settlement demonstrates the strategic use of natural geological features by Iron Age communities in the East Midlands region. Archaeological investigation has confirmed the site's significance as a defended habitation centre, though the precise chronology and extent of occupation remain subjects of ongoing scholarly study.
Cratcliff Rocks defended settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008006. View the official record →
Cratcliff Rocks is a defended settlement of Iron Age date located near Matlock in Derbyshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008006.
Cratcliff Rocks defended settlement 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 1008006.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Harboro' Cave (7.3 km), Round Low bowl barrow (7.6 km), Romano-British settlement and field system at Rainster Rocks (7.6 km).
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