Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHenge monument 850 m south-south-west of Sinderby

Henge monument 850 m south-south-west of Sinderby

England
List entry 1471046
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The henge monument south-south-west of Sinderby in Yorkshire is a Neolithic or early Bronze Age ceremonial earthwork of regional significance. It comprises a circular or oval bank-and-ditch structure typical of henge monuments, which served as gathering places and ritual centres for prehistoric communities. The monument's exact dimensions and state of preservation reflect the later agricultural use of the Yorkshire landscape, though its original form would have commanded considerable labour and communal effort to construct. As a scheduled ancient monument, it contributes to understanding the distribution and character of ceremonial sites across northern England during the third and second millennia BC.

Henge monument 850 m south-south-west of Sinderby is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1471046. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Henge monument 850 m south-south-west of Sinderby?

The henge monument south-south-west of Sinderby in Yorkshire is a Neolithic or early Bronze Age ceremonial earthwork of regional significance. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1471046.

Who is responsible for protecting Henge monument 850 m south-south-west of Sinderby?

Henge monument 850 m south-south-west of Sinderby 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 1471046.

What other scheduled monuments are near Henge monument 850 m south-south-west of Sinderby?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Burtree Hill round barrow (6.8 km), Round barrow at Moor House (7.6 km), Henge monument 500m north west of Low Barn (7.6 km).

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