Scheduled MonumentsEnglandJubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar

Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar

England
List entry 1010296
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar is a natural limestone cave located on the Yorkshire limestone escarpment near Settle in North Yorkshire. The cave shows evidence of human use during the Mesolithic period, with archaeological finds indicating occupation by hunter-gatherer communities in the post-glacial landscape. The site remains of significance for understanding early human settlement patterns in the Pennine region during the early post-glacial period, though the scale and nature of occupation continue to be studied. The cave itself comprises a natural cavity within the Carboniferous limestone of the scar face, and its archaeological deposits have contributed to knowledge of Mesolithic activity in upland areas of northern England.

Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010296. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar?

Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar is a natural limestone cave located on the Yorkshire limestone escarpment near Settle in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010296.

Who is responsible for protecting Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar?

Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe 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 1010296.

What other scheduled monuments are near Jubilee Cave, Langcliffe Scar?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Giggleswick market cross (2.9 km), Ring cairn north west of Ewe Moor (4.7 km), Cairn 80m north of Pikedaw Hill (4.8 km).

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