Scheduled MonumentsEnglandManor Garth Hill ringwork

Manor Garth Hill ringwork

England
List entry 1009357
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Manor Garth Hill ringwork is a defended enclosure situated in Yorkshire, England, that dates to the medieval period. The monument comprises a circular or sub-circular earthwork formed by a substantial bank and external ditch, characteristic of ringwork fortifications constructed during the 11th and 12th centuries. Such ringworks served as high-status residential and defensive sites, typically occupied by minor nobility or knights during the Norman period. The site's archaeological significance lies in its preservation as physical evidence of early medieval settlement hierarchy and fortification practices in northern England.

Manor Garth Hill ringwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009357. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Manor Garth Hill ringwork?

Manor Garth Hill ringwork is a defended enclosure situated in Yorkshire, England, that dates to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009357.

Who is responsible for protecting Manor Garth Hill ringwork?

Manor Garth Hill ringwork 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 1009357.

What other scheduled monuments are near Manor Garth Hill ringwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fairburn Ings (Newton Abbey) moat (3.8 km), Castle Hills prehistoric settlement, field system and medieval wood banks (4 km), Length of Grim's Ditch immediately north of Gamblethorpe (4.1 km).

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