Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCross dyke on Gerrick Moor, 690m north west of Black Beck Swang

Cross dyke on Gerrick Moor, 690m north west of Black Beck Swang

England
List entry 1016992
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Cross dyke on Gerrick Moor is a linear earthwork located on moorland in Yorkshire, situated approximately 690 metres north west of Black Beck Swang. The monument comprises a substantial ditch and bank formation characteristic of prehistoric or early medieval defensive or territorial boundaries, though its precise chronological attribution remains uncertain pending archaeological investigation. Such dykes are typical of upland Yorkshire and often relate to land division, stock management, or defensive purposes across multiple periods. The site is recorded as a scheduled ancient monument under the National Heritage List for England, reflecting its archaeological significance and protection status.

Cross dyke on Gerrick Moor, 690m north west of Black Beck Swang is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016992. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cross dyke on Gerrick Moor, 690m north west of Black Beck Swang?

Cross dyke on Gerrick Moor is a linear earthwork located on moorland in Yorkshire, situated approximately 690 metres north west of Black Beck Swang. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016992.

Who is responsible for protecting Cross dyke on Gerrick Moor, 690m north west of Black Beck Swang?

Cross dyke on Gerrick Moor, 690m north west of Black Beck Swang 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 1016992.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cross dyke on Gerrick Moor, 690m north west of Black Beck Swang?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Southern Pind Howe round barrow on Danby Rigg, 700m east of Rock House (7.2 km), High Stone Dike, southern of two cross dykes on Castleton Rigg (7.7 km), Wolf Pit round barrow at the southern end of Danby Rigg, 810m south east of Falcon Farm (7.8 km).

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