Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHalidon Hill settlement

Halidon Hill settlement

England
List entry 1003657
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Halidon Hill is a Neolithic or Bronze Age settlement located in Northumberland, England. The site is situated on high ground and comprises the remains of what appears to be a prehistoric settlement, evidenced by archaeological features consistent with early prehistoric occupation patterns in the region. The monument reflects the pattern of upland settlement characteristic of early periods in northern England, where communities exploited elevated terrain for habitation and resource management. The site's survival as an identifiable archaeological feature contributes to understanding of prehistoric settlement distribution and land use across Northumberland's landscape.

Halidon Hill settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003657. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Halidon Hill settlement?

Halidon Hill is a Neolithic or Bronze Age settlement located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003657.

Who is responsible for protecting Halidon Hill settlement?

Halidon Hill settlement 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 1003657.

What other scheduled monuments are near Halidon Hill settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Camphill settlement (0.7 km), Monastic site identified as St Leonard's Nunnery (1.8 km), Witches Cleuch, fort 430m ENE of Chesterfield (2.5 km).

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