Scheduled MonumentsEnglandOval enclosure 180m NE of Great Orton

Oval enclosure 180m NE of Great Orton

England
List entry 1007253
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Oval enclosure 180m NE of Great Orton is a prehistoric earthwork monument situated in Cumberland, England. The site comprises an oval-shaped defensive or ceremonial enclosure, representing settlement or ritual activity from the prehistoric period. The earthwork survives as a substantial soil mark visible in the landscape, though its precise dating and function remain subjects of archaeological interpretation. As a recorded scheduled monument, it forms part of the archaeological record of Iron Age or Bronze Age activity in the north-west of England.

Oval enclosure 180m NE of Great Orton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007253. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Oval enclosure 180m NE of Great Orton?

Oval enclosure 180m NE of Great Orton is a prehistoric earthwork monument situated in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007253.

Who is responsible for protecting Oval enclosure 180m NE of Great Orton?

Oval enclosure 180m NE of Great Orton 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 1007253.

What other scheduled monuments are near Oval enclosure 180m NE of Great Orton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Rectangular enclosures 95yds (85m) N of Sceughmire (0.7 km), Bishop's Dyke (4.5 km), Hadrian's Wall and vallum in wall mile 66, Stanwix Bank to Stainton (4.8 km).

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