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Medieval shieling south of Cow Green is a seasonal pastoral settlement located in Westmorland. The site comprises the remains of temporary structures associated with transhumant grazing practices, whereby livestock were driven to upland pastures during summer months. Such shielings were characteristic features of medieval and post-medieval upland economies across northern England, representing an important element of agricultural organisation. The physical remains visible at the site reflect the modest construction typical of these ephemeral pastoral settlements, which served as bases for shepherds and herders during the grazing season.
Medieval shieling south of Cow Green is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007596. View the official record →
Medieval shieling south of Cow Green is a seasonal pastoral settlement located in Westmorland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007596.
Medieval shieling south of Cow Green 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 1007596.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring cairn north-west of Cattle Howe (2 km), Round cairn on Howenook Pike (2.2 km), Round cairn 35m east of summit of Long Scar Pike (2.3 km).
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