Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHouse platform north west of Laddie's Knowe settlement

House platform north west of Laddie's Knowe settlement

England
List entry 1008360
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England
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Overview

History & significance

House platform north west of Laddie's Knowe settlement is a prehistoric or early medieval domestic structure located in Northumberland. The monument consists of a raised platform, typical of settlement archaeology in northern Britain, which would have supported a timber or stone built dwelling. Such platforms are characteristic of Iron Age or early historic settlement patterns in the region, where they served to level ground and provide a foundation for domestic buildings. The site forms part of the wider Laddie's Knowe settlement complex, contributing to understanding of ancient land use and domestic architecture in Northumberland.

House platform north west of Laddie's Knowe settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008360. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is House platform north west of Laddie's Knowe settlement?

House platform north west of Laddie's Knowe settlement is a prehistoric or early medieval domestic structure located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008360.

Who is responsible for protecting House platform north west of Laddie's Knowe settlement?

House platform north west of Laddie's Knowe 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 1008360.

What other scheduled monuments are near House platform north west of Laddie's Knowe settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Auchope,scooped homestead 400m SW of (8.6 km), Auchope,settlement 550m SSE of (8.7 km), Sourhope,settlements and field system 1600m ENE of (9.1 km).

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