Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHigh Knowes palisaded settlements, field system, cord rig, linear boundary and enclosed settlement 600m west of White Gate

High Knowes palisaded settlements, field system, cord rig, linear boundary and enclosed settlement 600m west of White Gate

England
List entry 1020254
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England
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Overview

History & significance

High Knowes is a palisaded settlement and associated field system located approximately 600 metres west of White Gate in Northumberland. The monument comprises an enclosed settlement with internal palisade lines, cord rig cultivation remains, and a linear boundary earthwork, indicating a multi-period occupation sequence. These features are characteristic of Iron Age settlement activity in the region, demonstrating the agricultural and defensive infrastructure of this period. The site represents an important example of the integrated settlement, field and boundary systems that characterise later prehistoric land use in Northumberland.

High Knowes palisaded settlements, field system, cord rig, linear boundary and enclosed settlement 600m west of White Gate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020254. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is High Knowes palisaded settlements, field system, cord rig, linear boundary and enclosed settlement 600m west of White Gate?

High Knowes is a palisaded settlement and associated field system located approximately 600 metres west of White Gate in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020254.

Who is responsible for protecting High Knowes palisaded settlements, field system, cord rig, linear boundary and enclosed settlement 600m west of White Gate?

High Knowes palisaded settlements, field system, cord rig, linear boundary and enclosed settlement 600m west of White Gate 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 1020254.

What other scheduled monuments are near High Knowes palisaded settlements, field system, cord rig, linear boundary and enclosed settlement 600m west of White Gate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tower house and World War II air raid shelter, 360m east of Biddlestone Home Farm (4.5 km), Camp Knowe univallate hillfort, 700m north-west of Clennell (6.6 km), Round cairn, 160m north east of Hosedon Linn (6.9 km).

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