Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEnclosures 600yds (550m) SE of Wassa Hill

Enclosures 600yds (550m) SE of Wassa Hill

England
List entry 1004136
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Enclosures 600 yards south-east of Wassa Hill is a prehistoric monument located in Yorkshire, England. The site consists of a series of earthwork enclosures whose archaeological significance lies in their contribution to understanding settlement patterns and land use during the prehistoric period. The physical remains are visible as banks and ditches forming defined enclosure structures, evidence of deliberate landscape organisation by ancient communities. The monument has been scheduled for protection due to its archaeological importance and its capacity to yield information about prehistoric settlement in this region of Yorkshire.

Enclosures 600yds (550m) SE of Wassa Hill is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004136. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosures 600yds (550m) SE of Wassa Hill?

Enclosures 600 yards south-east of Wassa Hill is a prehistoric monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004136.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosures 600yds (550m) SE of Wassa Hill?

Enclosures 600yds (550m) SE of Wassa Hill 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 1004136.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosures 600yds (550m) SE of Wassa Hill?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn in Brazen Gate Woods 260m NNE of Long Ashes (3 km), Threshfield Henge 1 (northern) (3.4 km), Threshfield Henge 2 (southern) (3.5 km).

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