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Dead Man's Cave, Anston, is a natural limestone cave situated in the village of Anston in South Yorkshire. The cave has been identified as a site of archaeological interest owing to evidence of human activity and occupation during prehistoric periods. The limestone formation itself is characteristic of the Magnesian Limestone geology of the region, which has created numerous caves and rock shelters throughout the area. The precise dating and extent of use remain subjects of archaeological study, though the site represents an important example of cave utilisation in the prehistoric landscape of northern England.
Dead Man's Cave, Anston is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013468. View the official record →
Dead Man's Cave, Anston, is a natural limestone cave situated in the village of Anston in South Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013468.
Dead Man's Cave, Anston 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 1013468.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Thorpe Salvin Old Hall (2.3 km), Manor House moated site (3 km), Netherthorpe moated site (3.1 km).
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