Double Dyke

England
List entry 1004834
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Double Dyke is a prehistoric linear earthwork located in Yorkshire. The monument comprises two roughly parallel ditches with associated banks, characteristic of Iron Age territorial or defensive systems in northern England. Such dyke systems typically date to the later prehistoric period and served to divide or demarcate land, control livestock movement, or mark boundaries between communities. The earthwork survives as a substantial archaeological feature, with its dual linear form remaining visible in the landscape and providing evidence of Iron Age land organisation and resource management in the region.

Double Dyke is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004834. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Double Dyke?

Double Dyke is a prehistoric linear earthwork located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004834.

Who is responsible for protecting Double Dyke?

Double Dyke 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 1004834.

What other scheduled monuments are near Double Dyke?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Edlington Wood Roman settlement (0.7 km), Conisbrough Castle (3.5 km), Conisbrough Parks Romano-British Villa (3.7 km).

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