Scheduled MonumentsEnglandObservation post 240m west of Ridlees Cairn

Observation post 240m west of Ridlees Cairn

England
List entry 1021027
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Observation post 240m west of Ridlees Cairn is a prehistoric monument located in Northumberland, England. The site is recorded on the National Heritage List for England under entry 1021027. As an observation post of Bronze Age date, it represents evidence of prehistoric settlement and land use patterns in the upland regions of Northumberland. The monument's proximity to Ridlees Cairn suggests a relationship with other contemporary ritual or domestic structures in the landscape.

Observation post 240m west of Ridlees Cairn is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021027. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Observation post 240m west of Ridlees Cairn?

Observation post 240m west of Ridlees Cairn is a prehistoric monument located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021027.

Who is responsible for protecting Observation post 240m west of Ridlees Cairn?

Observation post 240m west of Ridlees Cairn 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 1021027.

What other scheduled monuments are near Observation post 240m west of Ridlees Cairn?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two Romano-British settlements, two stone hut circles, field system and associated cord rig cultivation, 650m west of Nether Houses (7.3 km), Evistones medieval settlement, field system and three bastles (7.4 km), Bagraw Roman camp and section of Roman road, 463m NNW of Bagraw (7.9 km).

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