Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDyke at the north eastern end of Stone Bridge Howl, 760m north west of Court House Farm

Dyke at the north eastern end of Stone Bridge Howl, 760m north west of Court House Farm

England
List entry 1019339
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England
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Overview

History & significance

This dyke is an ancient monument of uncertain but likely prehistoric date, located in the Yorkshire landscape near Court House Farm. The earthwork consists of a linear defensive or boundary feature characteristic of Bronze Age or Iron Age construction, though precise dating requires archaeological examination. Such dykes served practical functions in demarcating territory, controlling movement of livestock, or providing defensive positions during periods of sustained settlement. The survival of this monument to the present day, despite agricultural activity in the region, indicates its substantial original construction and demonstrates the persistence of ancient land divisions in the Yorkshire countryside.

Dyke at the north eastern end of Stone Bridge Howl, 760m north west of Court House Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019339. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dyke at the north eastern end of Stone Bridge Howl, 760m north west of Court House Farm?

This dyke is an ancient monument of uncertain but likely prehistoric date, located in the Yorkshire landscape near Court House Farm. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019339.

Who is responsible for protecting Dyke at the north eastern end of Stone Bridge Howl, 760m north west of Court House Farm?

Dyke at the north eastern end of Stone Bridge Howl, 760m north west of Court House Farm 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 1019339.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dyke at the north eastern end of Stone Bridge Howl, 760m north west of Court House Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 500m SSW of Coney Hill Farm (7.9 km), Long barrow 350m north west of Grimston Grange (8.2 km), Round barrow on Grimston Moor 600m north east of Grimston Grange (8.3 km).

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