Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDitched enclosure S of North View, Coalburns

Ditched enclosure S of North View, Coalburns

England
List entry 1005917
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ditched enclosure S of North View, Coalburns is a prehistoric earthwork monument located in County Durham. The site comprises an enclosed area defined by a ditch system, characteristic of Iron Age settlement patterns in northern England. The enclosure represents evidence of prehistoric land use and territorial organization in this region, though the precise chronology and functional purpose remain subjects of archaeological interpretation. Such ditched enclosures typically served domestic, defensive, or ceremonial purposes during the Iron Age period.

Ditched enclosure S of North View, Coalburns is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005917. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ditched enclosure S of North View, Coalburns?

Ditched enclosure S of North View, Coalburns is a prehistoric earthwork monument located in County Durham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005917.

Who is responsible for protecting Ditched enclosure S of North View, Coalburns?

Ditched enclosure S of North View, Coalburns 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 1005917.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ditched enclosure S of North View, Coalburns?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prudhoe Castle tower keep castle (3 km), Ryton village cross 160m south east of church (5 km), Whinfield coking ovens, 850m south east of Low Spen Farm (5 km).

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