Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMultivallate hillfort, 400m west of Harehaugh

Multivallate hillfort, 400m west of Harehaugh

England
List entry 1011397
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Multivallate hillfort, 400m west of Harehaugh is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Northumberland. The site is defined by multiple concentric defensive earthworks comprising banks and ditches, a characteristic from which it derives its name, indicating construction during the Iron Age period when such multi-vallate defences were employed across northern Britain. The monument represents an important example of Iron Age settlement hierarchy and defensive strategy in the region, commanding strategic views of the surrounding landscape. Its official designation as a scheduled monument recognises its archaeological significance and potential to contribute further understanding of Iron Age settlement patterns and social organisation in Northumberland.

Multivallate hillfort, 400m west of Harehaugh is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011397. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Multivallate hillfort, 400m west of Harehaugh?

Multivallate hillfort, 400m west of Harehaugh is a prehistoric fortified settlement located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011397.

Who is responsible for protecting Multivallate hillfort, 400m west of Harehaugh?

Multivallate hillfort, 400m west of Harehaugh 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 1011397.

What other scheduled monuments are near Multivallate hillfort, 400m west of Harehaugh?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn on Whitefield Shank, 1100m SSW of Hepple Whitefield Farm (2 km), 18th century water mill at Grasslees (2.5 km), Bastle at The Raw Farm (3.2 km).

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