Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDovecote at Low Hall

Dovecote at Low Hall

England
List entry 1018863
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Dovecote at Low Hall is a stone-built dovecote located in Yorkshire. The structure dates from the medieval or early modern period and represents a functional agricultural building type that served the needs of a substantial household or estate. Dovecotes of this form were constructed to house pigeons, which provided a valuable source of fresh meat and fertiliser for landholding families. The building survives as evidence of the husbandry practices and domestic economy of its period.

Dovecote at Low Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018863. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dovecote at Low Hall?

Dovecote at Low Hall is a stone-built dovecote located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018863.

Who is responsible for protecting Dovecote at Low Hall?

Dovecote at Low Hall 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 1018863.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dovecote at Low Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Heslerton Brow barrow group: a bowl barrow 230m north-east of Wold Barn (7 km), Heslerton Brow barrow group: a bowl barrow 250m north-west of Wold Barn (7.1 km), Three round barrows S of Prodham's Wold Farm (7.3 km).

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