Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGarton Slack settlement site

Garton Slack settlement site

England
List entry 1005235
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Garton Slack is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises the remains of round houses and associated field systems dating to the later Bronze Age, representing a significant example of domestic settlement from this period. The archaeological evidence from Garton Slack has contributed to understanding of Bronze Age settlement patterns and land use in northern England, demonstrating the organisation of farming communities during the second millennium BC.

Garton Slack settlement site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005235. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Garton Slack settlement site?

Garton Slack is a Bronze Age settlement site located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005235.

Who is responsible for protecting Garton Slack settlement site?

Garton Slack settlement site 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 1005235.

What other scheduled monuments are near Garton Slack settlement site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Three round barrows in North Dalton village (7.7 km), Bowl barrow 610m east of Blanch Farm (8.3 km), Bowl barrow 620m ESE of Blanch Farm (8.4 km).

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