Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross dyke, 200m south east of Hosedon Linn

Cross dyke, 200m south east of Hosedon Linn

England
List entry 1008274
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cross dyke, situated 200 metres south-east of Hosedon Linn in Northumberland, is an ancient linear earthwork of prehistoric date. The monument comprises a ditch with an associated bank, characteristics typical of Iron Age territorial or defensive boundaries found in northern Britain. Such dykes served practical functions in controlling movement across the landscape and may have delineated agricultural land or served defensive purposes during the Iron Age period. The precise dating and original extent of this particular dyke reflect broader patterns of land management and social organisation evident across Northumberland during the pre-Roman iron working societies that flourished in the region.

Cross dyke, 200m south east of Hosedon Linn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008274. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross dyke, 200m south east of Hosedon Linn?

Cross dyke, situated 200 metres south-east of Hosedon Linn in Northumberland, is an ancient linear earthwork of prehistoric date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008274.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross dyke, 200m south east of Hosedon Linn?

Cross dyke, 200m south east of Hosedon Linn 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 1008274.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross dyke, 200m south east of Hosedon Linn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bastle at Craig Farm (8.3 km), Round cairn 340m west of The Beacon (8.4 km), Stone alignment, 900m south-west of Holystone Grange (8.8 km).

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