Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 760m NNE of Stainton

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 760m NNE of Stainton

England
List entry 1019428
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell is an ancient monument comprising scattered burial cairns and contemporary agricultural remains dating to the Bronze Age. Located on upland terrain near Stainton in Cumberland, the site represents evidence of prehistoric land use and settlement patterns characteristic of the second millennium BC. The cairnfield consists of multiple stone cairns interspersed within a relict field system defined by banks and divisions, indicating that the landscape was managed for both funerary and productive purposes during the prehistoric period. Such monuments are significant for understanding the relationship between Bronze Age communities and their environment, particularly the extent and nature of upland exploitation in northern Britain.

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 760m NNE of Stainton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019428. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 760m NNE of Stainton?

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell is an ancient monument comprising scattered burial cairns and contemporary agricultural remains dating to the Bronze Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019428.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 760m NNE of Stainton?

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 760m NNE of Stainton 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 1019428.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 760m NNE of Stainton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Three prehistoric cairnfields and an associated field system on Corney Fell, 1.2km south east of High Corney (3 km), Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Corney Fell, 620m south east of Lambground (3.7 km), Prehistoric cairnfield and two associated hut circles on Corney Fell, 860m north of Buckbarrow Bridge (3.7 km).

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