Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDike, circles and cairns on Bleaberry Haws

Dike, circles and cairns on Bleaberry Haws

England
List entry 1007212
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Dike, circles and cairns on Bleaberry Haws is a prehistoric monument complex located in Lancashire. The site comprises a linear earthwork or dike alongside Bronze Age burial monuments in the form of cairns and possibly ritual or ceremonial circles, reflecting the multi-period use of this upland location. These features represent evidence of both territorial organisation and funerary practice during the Bronze Age, making the site significant for understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and ceremonial activities in the Pennine uplands. The combination of defensive or demarcative earthworks with burial structures suggests sustained human activity and land management across the Bronze Age period.

Dike, circles and cairns on Bleaberry Haws is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007212. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dike, circles and cairns on Bleaberry Haws?

Dike, circles and cairns on Bleaberry Haws is a prehistoric monument complex located in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007212.

Who is responsible for protecting Dike, circles and cairns on Bleaberry Haws?

Dike, circles and cairns on Bleaberry Haws 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 1007212.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dike, circles and cairns on Bleaberry Haws?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairns and enclosure on The Rigg, Banishead (2.1 km), Cairnfield 210m south west of Throng Moss Reservoir (2.7 km), Settlement on The Hawk (3.4 km).

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