Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMid Hill enclosed settlement, Westnewton

Mid Hill enclosed settlement, Westnewton

England
List entry 1008358
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Mid Hill enclosed settlement is a prehistoric settlement located near Westnewton in Northumberland. The site comprises an enclosed area defined by banks and ditches, characteristic of Iron Age settlement patterns in northern England, though the precise dating of the monument remains uncertain. The enclosed settlement represents evidence of domestic occupation and territorial organisation during the later prehistoric period, reflecting the settlement hierarchy and land use practices of Iron Age communities in the region. Such enclosed settlements are significant for understanding the social structure and economic strategies of Iron Age populations in Northumberland before the Roman conquest.

Mid Hill enclosed settlement, Westnewton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1008358. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Mid Hill enclosed settlement, Westnewton?

Mid Hill enclosed settlement is a prehistoric settlement located near Westnewton in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1008358.

Who is responsible for protecting Mid Hill enclosed settlement, Westnewton?

Mid Hill enclosed settlement, Westnewton 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 1008358.

What other scheduled monuments are near Mid Hill enclosed settlement, Westnewton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Auchope,scooped homestead 400m SW of (8.8 km), Auchope,settlement 550m SSE of (8.9 km), Kip Knowe,fort (8.9 km).

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