Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPart of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House

Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House

England
List entry 1004364
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House is a linear earthwork located in Cornwall that represents a surviving section of medieval land demarcation. The dyke constitutes evidence of medieval agricultural organisation and property division within the local landscape. Such boundary features were characteristically constructed during the medieval period to mark territorial limits between holdings and parishes. The monument remains archaeologically significant as a physical trace of medieval land use patterns and estate management in the Cornish countryside.

Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004364. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House?

Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House is a linear earthwork located in Cornwall that represents a surviving section of medieval land demarcation. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004364.

Who is responsible for protecting Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House?

Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House 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 1004364.

What other scheduled monuments are near Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Wayside cross at Polmenna, 730m north east of Ley Green Farm (4.8 km), Culverland Cross in St Martin's churchyard to the north west of the church (4.8 km), Bosent Cross, 325m ENE of South Bosent Farm (4.8 km).

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