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Murton High Crags is a settlement of Iron Age date located in Northumberland. The site comprises the remains of circular and sub-rectangular stone-built structures characteristic of upland settlement in northern Britain during the later prehistoric period. The settlement occupies a prominent position on the high ground, reflecting the pastoral economy and defensive considerations of Iron Age communities in this region. The physical evidence of stone foundations and associated field systems demonstrates the organised occupation of this landscape during the first millennium BC.
Murton High Crags settlements is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006422. View the official record →
Murton High Crags is a settlement of Iron Age date located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006422.
Murton High Crags settlements 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 1006422.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chester Crane promontory fort (2 km), Horncliffe fort (3.2 km), Springhill Roman camp (3.8 km).
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