Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House

Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House

England
List entry 1021113
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House is a Bronze Age or Iron Age fortified settlement located in County Durham. The site consists of an earthwork enclosure defined by banks and ditches, characteristic of prehistoric defensive architecture in northern England during the later prehistoric period. Such settlements served as focal points for community organization and resource management, reflecting patterns of social hierarchy and territorial control during the Bronze Age or Iron Age. The precise dating and extent of occupation at this particular site would be established through archaeological survey and excavation records held by the relevant heritage authorities.

Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021113. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House?

Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House is a Bronze Age or Iron Age fortified settlement located in County Durham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021113.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House?

Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme 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 1021113.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric defended settlement 500m north west of West Holme House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowes Castle (6.8 km), Roman Fort (Lavatrae) (6.9 km), Romano-British settlement site to the east and south-east of East Mellwaters farmhouse (8.9 km).

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