Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDefended settlement, 600m south east of Red Stead

Defended settlement, 600m south east of Red Stead

England
List entry 1014056
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Defended settlement, 600m south east of Red Stead is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Northumberland. The site comprises an enclosure defined by a substantial bank and ditch, characteristic of Iron Age defensive architecture in northern Britain. The monument dates to the Iron Age period and represents the type of enclosed settlement typical of this era in the region, serving as evidence of social organisation and land management practices among prehistoric communities. Such defended settlements are significant for understanding settlement patterns and the distribution of population across the Northumberland landscape during the later pre-Roman iron age.

Defended settlement, 600m south east of Red Stead is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014056. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Defended settlement, 600m south east of Red Stead?

Defended settlement, 600m south east of Red Stead is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014056.

Who is responsible for protecting Defended settlement, 600m south east of Red Stead?

Defended settlement, 600m south east of Red Stead 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 1014056.

What other scheduled monuments are near Defended settlement, 600m south east of Red Stead?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Craster defended settlement (3.2 km), Lesbury Bridge (5.3 km), The Norse Camp (5.4 km).

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