Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHenge monument 300m north of Nunwick

Henge monument 300m north of Nunwick

England
List entry 1012724
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The henge monument 300m north of Nunwick is a Neolithic ceremonial earthwork located in Yorkshire. The site comprises a circular bank and ditch structure typical of henges constructed during the Neolithic period, demonstrating the ritual and communal practices of prehistoric communities in northern England. Such monuments served ceremonial, astronomical, or gathering functions for the societies that built them, and their distribution across the landscape reflects patterns of settlement and religious practice in the Neolithic era.

Henge monument 300m north of Nunwick is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012724. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Henge monument 300m north of Nunwick?

The henge monument 300m north of Nunwick is a Neolithic ceremonial earthwork located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012724.

Who is responsible for protecting Henge monument 300m north of Nunwick?

Henge monument 300m north of Nunwick 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 1012724.

What other scheduled monuments are near Henge monument 300m north of Nunwick?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 350m south east of Blois Hall Farm (3.5 km), Ailey Hill (3.7 km), Ripon Minster Close (3.8 km).

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