Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHut circle on Comb Scar

Hut circle on Comb Scar

England
List entry 1004151
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Hut circle on Comb Scar is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Yorkshire. The monument consists of a circular or sub-circular earthwork representing the foundation of an Iron Age or Bronze Age dwelling, characteristic of upland settlement patterns in northern Britain during the later prehistoric period. Such hut circles typically measured between four and eight metres in diameter and would have supported a timber or stone superstructure with a central hearth. The site contributes to understanding the distribution and nature of domestic occupation in the Pennine uplands during pre-Roman times.

Hut circle on Comb Scar is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004151. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hut circle on Comb Scar?

Hut circle on Comb Scar is a prehistoric domestic settlement located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004151.

Who is responsible for protecting Hut circle on Comb Scar?

Hut circle on Comb Scar 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 1004151.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hut circle on Comb Scar?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval settlements and lynchets extending NW from Town Head (1.7 km), Lime kiln and associated quarry 75m south of High Scarth Barn (5 km), Round barrow 550m south west of Park Hill (6.6 km).

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