Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEntrenchment in and N of Fizgig Hole Plantation

Entrenchment in and N of Fizgig Hole Plantation

England
List entry 1003793
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Entrenchment in and North of Fizgig Hole Plantation is a linear earthwork monument located in Yorkshire. The site comprises defensive or boundary ditching and associated banks characteristic of medieval or early modern field engineering. The entrenchment's exact chronological attribution and strategic purpose remain subjects of local archaeological interest, though such linear features in Yorkshire frequently relate to medieval land management, field division, or defensive positions. The monument is recorded in the National Heritage List for England as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its recognised historical importance to the local and regional landscape.

Entrenchment in and N of Fizgig Hole Plantation is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003793. View the official record →

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What is Entrenchment in and N of Fizgig Hole Plantation?

Entrenchment in and North of Fizgig Hole Plantation is a linear earthwork monument located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003793.

Who is responsible for protecting Entrenchment in and N of Fizgig Hole Plantation?

Entrenchment in and N of Fizgig Hole Plantation 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 1003793.

What other scheduled monuments are near Entrenchment in and N of Fizgig Hole Plantation?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including A cross-dyke in Vessey Pasture Dale (9.1 km), A bowl barrow on Birdsall Wold, 250m south-east of Vessey Pasture Farm (9.2 km), A bowl barrow on Birdsall Wold, between Birdsall Dale and Vessey Pasture Dale (9.7 km).

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