Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosure 600yds (540m) NE of Burradon House

Enclosure 600yds (540m) NE of Burradon House

England
List entry 1005912
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosure 600 yards northeast of Burradon House is an Iron Age earthwork located in Northumberland. The monument comprises a univallate enclosure, defined by a single bank and ditch system characteristic of prehistoric defensive or settlement structures from the Iron Age period. The site is situated within the wider landscape of similar fortified enclosures found across northern England, which served as focal points for Iron Age communities engaged in agriculture and stock management. The earthwork remains visible as an upstanding archaeological feature, though its precise functional interpretation as a fort, settlement, or stock enclosure awaits further detailed investigation.

Enclosure 600yds (540m) NE of Burradon House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005912. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosure 600yds (540m) NE of Burradon House?

Enclosure 600 yards northeast of Burradon House is an Iron Age earthwork located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005912.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosure 600yds (540m) NE of Burradon House?

Enclosure 600yds (540m) NE of Burradon 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 1005912.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosure 600yds (540m) NE of Burradon House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Newcastle upon Tyne town defences: section of curtain wall including Plummer Tower and a 17th century bastion (9.4 km), Newcastle upon Tyne town defences: section of curtain wall including Sallyport or Wall Knoll Tower (9.6 km), Newcastle upon Tyne town defences: section of curtain wall containing Corner Tower (9.6 km).

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