Scheduled MonumentsEnglandKippy Heugh defended settlement

Kippy Heugh defended settlement

England
List entry 1014502
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Kippy Heugh is a defended settlement located in Northumberland, England, dating to the Iron Age. The site comprises the remains of a fortified enclosure defined by substantial earthwork defences, including banks and ditches that would have provided protection for its inhabitants. The settlement represents a typical example of Iron Age fortified settlement practice in northern Britain, reflecting the need for defensive structures during a period of significant social and territorial organisation. The monument's archaeological importance lies in its contribution to understanding Iron Age settlement patterns and defensive strategies in the north of England.

Kippy Heugh defended settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014502. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Kippy Heugh defended settlement?

Kippy Heugh is a defended settlement located in Northumberland, England, dating to the Iron Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014502.

Who is responsible for protecting Kippy Heugh defended settlement?

Kippy Heugh defended 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 1014502.

What other scheduled monuments are near Kippy Heugh defended settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn cemetery, 820m south west of Stell Plantation (8 km), Sandyford Moor cairn cemetery (8.3 km), Rosebrough Moor round cairns (8.3 km).

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