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Five carved rocks near the edge of Rivock outcrop is a prehistoric monument located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises five natural rock outcrops that bear evidence of ancient carving and modification, suggesting ritual or ceremonial use during the prehistoric period. The rocks remain in situ at their natural location on the Rivock outcrop, preserving their original archaeological context. The precise dating and interpretation of the carvings continues to be a matter of scholarly investigation, though the site is recognised as evidence of significant prehistoric activity in the region.
Five carved rocks near the edge of Rivock outcrop is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011660. View the official record →
Five carved rocks near the edge of Rivock outcrop is a prehistoric monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011660.
Five carved rocks near the edge of Rivock outcrop 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 1011660.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn 330m north of Woodhead on Harden Moor (5.9 km), Ring cairn 310m north of Woodhead on Harden Moor (5.9 km), Cairn 290m north of Woodhead on Harden Moor (6 km).
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