Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHut circle, cultivation terraces and farmstead of later prehistoric date, and medieval settlement and field system 800m and 740m south of Elsdonburn Shank

Hut circle, cultivation terraces and farmstead of later prehistoric date, and medieval settlement and field system 800m and 740m south of Elsdonburn Shank

England
List entry 1020380
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England
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Overview

History & significance

This complex of prehistoric and medieval remains is a ancient monument in Northumberland located south of Elsdonburn Shank, comprising evidence of sustained land use spanning several centuries. The site includes hut circles and cultivation terraces dating to the later prehistoric period, indicating organised settlement and agricultural management of the landscape during this era. Medieval occupation is represented by a settlement and associated field system, demonstrating continued use and reorganisation of the land in the post-Roman period. Together, these features illustrate the long-term development of rural settlement and farming practice in upland Northumberland from prehistory through the medieval period.

Hut circle, cultivation terraces and farmstead of later prehistoric date, and medieval settlement and field system 800m and 740m south of Elsdonburn Shank is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020380. View the official record →

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What is Hut circle, cultivation terraces and farmstead of later prehistoric date, and medieval settlement and field system 800m and 740m south of Elsdonburn Shank?

This complex of prehistoric and medieval remains is a ancient monument in Northumberland located south of Elsdonburn Shank, comprising evidence of sustained land use spanning several centuries. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020380.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circle, cultivation terraces and farmstead of later prehistoric date, and medieval settlement and field system 800m and 740m south of Elsdonburn Shank?

Hut circle, cultivation terraces and farmstead of later prehistoric date, and medieval settlement and field system 800m and 740m south of Elsdonburn Shank 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 1020380.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circle, cultivation terraces and farmstead of later prehistoric date, and medieval settlement and field system 800m and 740m south of Elsdonburn Shank?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Park Law,fort (8.8 km), Bonnie Laws,settlement and field system 850m NE of Cocklawfoot (9.1 km), Park Law,homestead 500m SE of (9.2 km).

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