Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval shieling 150m west of Trout Beck

Medieval shieling 150m west of Trout Beck

England
List entry 1011136
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Medieval shieling 150m west of Trout Beck is a pastoral settlement structure located in Westmorland. The site comprises the remains of a temporary or seasonal shelter used during the medieval period by shepherds or cattle herders, typical of upland farming practices in the Lake District and surrounding fell country. Shielings of this type were integral to transhumant pastoral systems, whereby livestock was moved to higher pastures during summer months, requiring basic accommodation for those tending the animals. The monument's archaeological significance lies in its evidence for medieval land use and the seasonal exploitation of marginal upland terrain in northern England.

Medieval shieling 150m west of Trout Beck is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011136. View the official record →

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What is Medieval shieling 150m west of Trout Beck?

Medieval shieling 150m west of Trout Beck is a pastoral settlement structure located in Westmorland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011136.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval shieling 150m west of Trout Beck?

Medieval shieling 150m west of Trout Beck 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 1011136.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval shieling 150m west of Trout Beck?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn 80m east of Hagg Gill (1.6 km), Round cairn 75m east of Hagg Gill (1.7 km), Medieval shieling 640m north of Troutbeck Park Farm (1.9 km).

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