Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric field system, medieval rabbit warren and post-medieval mining test pits on Rhumbard Snout

Prehistoric field system, medieval rabbit warren and post-medieval mining test pits on Rhumbard Snout

England
List entry 1020309
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric field system, medieval rabbit warren and post-medieval mining test pits on Rhumbard Snout is a scheduled monument in Yorkshire comprising three distinct phases of land use spanning from prehistoric to post-medieval periods. The site preserves evidence of prehistoric agricultural activity in the form of field boundaries, alongside a medieval rabbit warren which reflects the intensive management of game resources by medieval landowners. Post-medieval mining test pits indicate the later exploitation of mineral resources in the area, demonstrating continued economic interest in the landscape across several centuries. The monument is situated on Rhumbard Snout and is designated for its archaeological significance in illustrating changing patterns of land use and resource management across multiple historical periods.

Prehistoric field system, medieval rabbit warren and post-medieval mining test pits on Rhumbard Snout is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020309. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric field system, medieval rabbit warren and post-medieval mining test pits on Rhumbard Snout?

Prehistoric field system, medieval rabbit warren and post-medieval mining test pits on Rhumbard Snout is a scheduled monument in Yorkshire comprising three distinct phases of land use spanning from prehistoric to post-medieval periods. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020309.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric field system, medieval rabbit warren and post-medieval mining test pits on Rhumbard Snout?

Prehistoric field system, medieval rabbit warren and post-medieval mining test pits on Rhumbard Snout 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 1020309.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric field system, medieval rabbit warren and post-medieval mining test pits on Rhumbard Snout?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 650m north west of St Hilda's Church, Ellerburn (7 km), Pickering Castle: 11th century motte and bailey castle and 13th century shell keep castle (7.2 km), Round barrow 520m north west of St Hilda's Church, Ellerburn (7.2 km).

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