Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross dyke on Far Black Rigg, 1060m north west of Black Dale Bridge

Cross dyke on Far Black Rigg, 1060m north west of Black Dale Bridge

England
List entry 1021101
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cross dyke on Far Black Rigg is a linear earthwork located in the upland landscape of Yorkshire at approximately 1060 metres north-west of Black Dale Bridge. The monument consists of a substantial bank and ditch formation characteristic of Iron Age defensive or territorial boundary construction, dating to the pre-Roman period. Such dykes are understood to have served multiple functions within the landscape, including the control of movement across moorland terrain and the demarcation of land holdings or tribal territories. The feature survives as a visible archaeological monument within the upland environment, representing an important element of the regional Iron Age settlement and land-use patterns.

Cross dyke on Far Black Rigg, 1060m north west of Black Dale Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021101. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross dyke on Far Black Rigg, 1060m north west of Black Dale Bridge?

Cross dyke on Far Black Rigg is a linear earthwork located in the upland landscape of Yorkshire at approximately 1060 metres north-west of Black Dale Bridge. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021101.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross dyke on Far Black Rigg, 1060m north west of Black Dale Bridge?

Cross dyke on Far Black Rigg, 1060m north west of Black Dale Bridge 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 1021101.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross dyke on Far Black Rigg, 1060m north west of Black Dale Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 520m north west of St Hilda's Church, Ellerburn (7.5 km), Round barrow 570m south east of Warren House (8.5 km), Long barrow 530m north of Keeper's Cottage (8.7 km).

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