Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLinear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm

Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm

England
List entry 1007862
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm is a prehistoric or early medieval linear earthwork located in Yorkshire. The monument consists of a substantial bank and ditch formation running across the landscape, characteristic of boundary features or defensive works constructed during the Iron Age or early medieval period. Such linear earthworks typically served to demarcate territorial boundaries, control livestock movement, or provide defensive barriers for communities. The site's precise dating and original function remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though its registration as a scheduled monument reflects its significance as evidence of early land management and settlement patterns in the region.

Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007862. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm?

Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm is a prehistoric or early medieval linear earthwork located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007862.

Who is responsible for protecting Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm?

Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm 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 1007862.

What other scheduled monuments are near Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 450m south-west of Low Farm (8.1 km), Round barrow 500m south-east of Low Farm (8.1 km), Round barrow 500m south of Low Farm (8.2 km).

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