Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 330m south of The Knott

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 330m south of The Knott

England
List entry 1019430
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell is a Bronze Age landscape monument situated in Cumberland, approximately 330 metres south of The Knott. The site comprises multiple cairns distributed across the fell in association with a field system of stone walls and clearance features, characteristic of Bronze Age agricultural activity on upland terrain. The cairnfield represents evidence of prehistoric settlement patterns and land organisation on marginal upland ground, with the field boundaries reflecting contemporary pastoral and agricultural practices. This monument survives as an important record of Bronze Age land use and territorial division in the Lake District fells.

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 330m south of The Knott is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019430. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 330m south of The Knott?

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell is a Bronze Age landscape monument situated in Cumberland, approximately 330 metres south of The Knott. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019430.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 330m south of The Knott?

Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 330m south of The Knott 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 1019430.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Stainton Fell, 330m south of The Knott?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Prehistoric cairnfield and two associated hut circles on Corney Fell, 860m north of Buckbarrow Bridge (3.8 km), Prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system on Corney Fell, 620m south east of Lambground (3.9 km), Prehistoric cairnfields, field systems, hut circles and a farmstead on Corney Fell, 440m north west of Buckbarow Bridge (4.8 km).

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