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Enclosures on Meggrim's Knowe

England
List entry 1006589
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Enclosures on Meggrim's Knowe is a prehistoric monument complex located in Northumberland, England. The site comprises the remains of ancient enclosures, likely dating to the Iron Age or earlier prehistoric periods, reflecting settlement patterns and land use practices of ancient communities in the region. The monument's physical character is defined by surviving earthwork features that mark out enclosed spaces, demonstrating the organization of domestic or pastoral activity across the upland landscape. The site represents an important element of Northumberland's archaeological heritage, contributing to understanding of prehistoric settlement distribution and social organization in northern Britain.

Enclosures on Meggrim's Knowe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006589. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Enclosures on Meggrim's Knowe?

Enclosures on Meggrim's Knowe is a prehistoric monument complex located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006589.

Who is responsible for protecting Enclosures on Meggrim's Knowe?

Enclosures on Meggrim's Knowe 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 1006589.

What other scheduled monuments are near Enclosures on Meggrim's Knowe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tower house and World War II air raid shelter, 360m east of Biddlestone Home Farm (7.6 km), Romano-British farmstead, 275m north-east of Hosedon Linn (8.8 km), Palisaded settlement, 200m NNE of Hosedon Linn (8.9 km).

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