Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDyke 270yds (250m) E of Dyke House

Dyke 270yds (250m) E of Dyke House

England
List entry 1004044
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dyke 270 yards east of Dyke House is a linear earthwork situated in Yorkshire. The monument comprises an ancient dyke, a type of defensive or boundary linear feature common in the English landscape from prehistory through the medieval period. Such dykes typically served functions including territorial demarcation, stock control, or fortification, though the specific purpose and precise dating of this particular example would require archaeological investigation. The site's designation within the National Heritage List for England reflects its recognised historical and archaeological significance as a surviving example of linear earthwork engineering.

Dyke 270yds (250m) E of Dyke House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004044. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dyke 270yds (250m) E of Dyke House?

Dyke 270 yards east of Dyke House is a linear earthwork situated in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004044.

Who is responsible for protecting Dyke 270yds (250m) E of Dyke House?

Dyke 270yds (250m) E of Dyke House 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 1004044.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dyke 270yds (250m) E of Dyke House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cobscar calamine house on Cobscar Rake, 770m east of Cobscar Mill (5.2 km), Bolton Parks Lead Mine and ore works (5.2 km), Bolton Castle (6.4 km).

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