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The prehistoric settlement, funerary and agricultural remains located 650 metres south of South Monkridge Bridge in Northumberland comprise evidence of sustained human activity spanning multiple periods of prehistory. The site encompasses the physical traces of domestic occupation together with burial features and field systems that attest to agricultural practice, indicating a landscape intensively utilised by prehistoric communities. The remains, recorded through archaeological survey and excavation, contribute to understanding of settlement patterns and land use in the upland regions of northern England during the prehistoric period. The monument is protected under national heritage legislation in recognition of its archaeological importance in illuminating aspects of prehistoric economy and society.
Prehistoric settlement, funerary and agricultural remains, 650m south of South Monkridge Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006467. View the official record →
The prehistoric settlement, funerary and agricultural remains located 650 metres south of South Monkridge Bridge in Northumberland comprise evidence of sustained human activity spanning multiple periods of prehistory. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006467.
Prehistoric settlement, funerary and agricultural remains, 650m south of South Monkridge Bridge 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 1006467.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Univallate hillfort on Great Wanney Crag (7.6 km), Roman temporary camp, 350m south-west of Fourlaws (8.1 km), Romano-British farmstead and field system 320m north east of Rede Bridge (8.3 km).
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