Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure 125m SE of Old Mawbray

Enclosure 125m SE of Old Mawbray

England
List entry 1007211
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure 125m SE of Old Mawbray is a prehistoric earthwork situated in Cumberland. The monument comprises an enclosure of uncertain date, though such features in this region are commonly associated with Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement activity. The site's physical remains consist of banks and ditches that define an enclosed area, characteristic of defensive or domestic establishments from the later prehistoric period. The precise function and chronology of this particular enclosure remain to be fully determined by archaeological investigation.

Enclosure 125m SE of Old Mawbray is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007211. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure 125m SE of Old Mawbray?

Enclosure 125m SE of Old Mawbray is a prehistoric earthwork situated in Cumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007211.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure 125m SE of Old Mawbray?

Enclosure 125m SE of Old Mawbray 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 1007211.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure 125m SE of Old Mawbray?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement 1/4 mile (400m) S of Canonby Hall (7.5 km), Wardhall Guards Medieval Settlement (7.6 km), Brownrigg milefortlet 22, 800m north east of the Cemetery Chapel, part of the Roman frontier defences along the Cumbrian coast (7.6 km).

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