Scheduled MonumentsEnglandNorth Black Hagg defended settlement

North Black Hagg defended settlement

England
List entry 1010336
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

North Black Hagg defended settlement is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Northumberland. The site comprises an enclosure defined by a substantial bank and ditch, characteristic of Iron Age defensive earthworks in northern Britain. Its positioning and structural features suggest occupation during the Iron Age period, when such fortified settlements served as centres for communal residence and resource management. The monument represents an important example of prehistoric settlement patterns in the region and contributes to understanding of Iron Age society in north-eastern England.

North Black Hagg defended settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010336. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is North Black Hagg defended settlement?

North Black Hagg defended settlement is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010336.

Who is responsible for protecting North Black Hagg defended settlement?

North Black Hagg defended settlement 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 1010336.

What other scheduled monuments are near North Black Hagg defended settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Camp Tops,fort,linear earthwork and field system (7.4 km), Camp Tops,linear earthwork (7.5 km), Fundhope Rig,homestead,linear earthwork and field system (7.6 km).

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