Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric linear boundary in Dalby Forest, known as Dargate Dikes

Prehistoric linear boundary in Dalby Forest, known as Dargate Dikes

England
List entry 1020212
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Dargate Dikes is a prehistoric linear boundary monument located in Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire, England. The site consists of a series of earthwork banks and ditches that form linear defensive or demarcation features characteristic of Iron Age land division systems. The dikes represent an important example of prehistoric territorial organisation and land management practices on the North York Moors, demonstrating the structured use of landscape by Iron Age communities. The monument's precise dating and original extent remain subjects of archaeological study, though its form is consistent with other known Iron Age linear earthworks across northern England.

Prehistoric linear boundary in Dalby Forest, known as Dargate Dikes is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020212. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric linear boundary in Dalby Forest, known as Dargate Dikes?

Dargate Dikes is a prehistoric linear boundary monument located in Dalby Forest, North Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020212.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric linear boundary in Dalby Forest, known as Dargate Dikes?

Prehistoric linear boundary in Dalby Forest, known as Dargate Dikes 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 1020212.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric linear boundary in Dalby Forest, known as Dargate Dikes?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Long barrow 530m north of Keeper's Cottage (7 km), Round barrow 570m south east of Warren House (7 km), Round barrow 470m north of Keeper's Cottage (7 km).

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