Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPark Pale, Ruislip

Park Pale, Ruislip

England
List entry 1021402
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Park Pale, Ruislip is a linear earthwork monument consisting of a bank and ditch system located in Ruislip, Middlesex. The monument dates to the medieval period and appears to have functioned as a boundary or defensive feature associated with the historic settlement and landholdings in the area. The earthwork survives as a substantial linear feature across the landscape, preserving evidence of medieval land management and territorial organisation. Its precise original function remains subject to scholarly interpretation, though it represents an important example of medieval field and settlement archaeology in the London region.

Park Pale, Ruislip is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021402. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Park Pale, Ruislip?

Park Pale, Ruislip is a linear earthwork monument consisting of a bank and ditch system located in Ruislip, Middlesex. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021402.

Who is responsible for protecting Park Pale, Ruislip?

Park Pale, Ruislip 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 1021402.

What other scheduled monuments are near Park Pale, Ruislip?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ruislip motte and bailey (1.1 km), Grim's Ditch: section N of Blythwood House (2.7 km), Medieval moated site 382m south-east of Brackenbury Farm (3 km).

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