Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFarmhouse sites on Highfolds Scar

Farmhouse sites on Highfolds Scar

England
List entry 1004130
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Farmhouse sites on Highfolds Scar is a complex of medieval and post-medieval agricultural settlement remains located in Yorkshire. The site comprises the physical traces of former farmsteads and associated field systems that demonstrate patterns of upland farming and land use over several centuries. The remains are testament to the exploitation of marginal moorland terrain for pastoral and mixed farming activities during the medieval period and beyond. The site's elevated position and landscape context provide evidence for settlement strategies and economic organisation in the Yorkshire uplands during the medieval and early modern periods.

Farmhouse sites on Highfolds Scar is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004130. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Farmhouse sites on Highfolds Scar?

Farmhouse sites on Highfolds Scar is a complex of medieval and post-medieval agricultural settlement remains located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004130.

Who is responsible for protecting Farmhouse sites on Highfolds Scar?

Farmhouse sites on Highfolds Scar 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 1004130.

What other scheduled monuments are near Farmhouse sites on Highfolds Scar?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosed prehistoric settlement east of Malham Cove (3.4 km), Round cairn south east of Broad Flats (3.5 km), Hut circles, enclosures and fields N of Shorkley Hill (3.5 km).

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