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 300 metres north of Nunwick is a Neolithic or Bronze Age ritual enclosure situated in North Yorkshire. The site comprises a circular or oval earthwork defined by a ditch and external bank, characteristic of the henge class of prehistoric monuments. Such monuments typically served ceremonial or gathering functions within their respective communities, though the precise ritual purpose of this particular example remains uncertain. The monument's survival as an earthwork, despite later agricultural use of the landscape, provides evidence of prehistoric settlement and religious practice in the Yorkshire region during the later Neolithic or Bronze Age periods.

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 300 metres north of Nunwick is a Neolithic or Bronze Age ritual enclosure situated in North 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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