Scheduled MonumentsEnglandIron age defended settlement, 500m south west of Broomycrook Knowe

Iron age defended settlement, 500m south west of Broomycrook Knowe

England
List entry 1006545
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Iron Age defended settlement 500 metres south-west of Broomycrook Knowe is a hilltop fortification located in Northumberland. The site dates to the Iron Age period and comprises a defended enclosure characteristic of contemporary settlement patterns in northern Britain, representing a significant example of prehistoric fortified occupation in the region. The monument's physical remains include defensive earthworks that would have protected the settlement and its inhabitants, though the specific dimensions and structural details reflect the archaeological record of Iron Age fort construction in Northumberland.

Iron age defended settlement, 500m south west of Broomycrook Knowe is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006545. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Iron age defended settlement, 500m south west of Broomycrook Knowe?

The Iron Age defended settlement 500 metres south-west of Broomycrook Knowe is a hilltop fortification located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006545.

Who is responsible for protecting Iron age defended settlement, 500m south west of Broomycrook Knowe?

Iron age defended settlement, 500m south west of Broomycrook Knowe 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 1006545.

What other scheduled monuments are near Iron age defended settlement, 500m south west of Broomycrook Knowe?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tinkler's Dene univallate hillfort, 400m north-east of Dancing Hall Farm (5.3 km), Round cairn, 160m south of Hard Nab (5.8 km), Medieval boundary stone, 420m SSE of Callaly Crag (6.1 km).

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