Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval shieling 300m north of Clough Fold

Medieval shieling 300m north of Clough Fold

England
List entry 1012647
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Medieval shieling 300m north of Clough Fold is a seasonal pastoral settlement located in Cumberland. The monument represents a form of upland transhumance settlement typical of the medieval period, when livestock were moved to high pastures during summer months. The shieling would have functioned as a temporary base for herders managing cattle or sheep on the fells, a common practice across northern England's upland regions during the medieval era.

Medieval shieling 300m north of Clough Fold is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012647. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval shieling 300m north of Clough Fold?

Medieval shieling 300m north of Clough Fold is a seasonal pastoral settlement located in Cumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012647.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval shieling 300m north of Clough Fold?

Medieval shieling 300m north of Clough Fold 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 1012647.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval shieling 300m north of Clough Fold?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two medieval shielings 210m north west of Clough Fold (0.1 km), Two medieval shielings 240m north west of Clough Fold (0.2 km), Medieval shieling 160m north west of Clough Fold (0.2 km).

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