Lynestead medieval pele tower, early post-medieval farmstead and an associated corn drying kiln

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History & significance

Lynestead is a scheduled ancient monument in Cumberland comprising a medieval pele tower, early post-medieval farmstead, and associated corn drying kiln. The pele tower, a characteristic defensive structure of the Anglo-Scottish border region, dates to the medieval period and represents the fortified architecture common to this frontier zone. The adjoining early post-medieval farmstead demonstrates the evolution and expansion of settlement at the site following the medieval period, whilst the corn drying kiln reflects the agricultural economy and processing activities sustained at the location. Together, these structures form an integrated archaeological complex documenting medieval and post-medieval rural settlement and land use in northern England.

Lynestead medieval pele tower, early post-medieval farmstead and an associated corn drying kiln is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016086. View the official record →

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