Scheduled MonumentsEnglandPrehistoric timber trackways, 670m SSE of Parchey Bridge

Prehistoric timber trackways, 670m SSE of Parchey Bridge

England
List entry 1014430
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Prehistoric timber trackways located 670 metres south-south-east of Parchey Bridge comprise a significant archaeological deposit of Neolithic and Bronze Age date. The trackways consist of preserved wooden structures that traverse the wetland environment of the Somerset Levels, representing important evidence of early pathways constructed to facilitate movement across marshy terrain. Such trackways are characteristic of prehistoric settlement patterns in this region and provide valuable material evidence for understanding Bronze Age and earlier land use and woodland management practices. The preservation of organic remains within the waterlogged Somerset Levels deposits allows detailed investigation of timber construction techniques and dating through dendrochronological analysis.

Prehistoric timber trackways, 670m SSE of Parchey Bridge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014430. View the official record →

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What is Prehistoric timber trackways, 670m SSE of Parchey Bridge?

Prehistoric timber trackways located 670 metres south-south-east of Parchey Bridge comprise a significant archaeological deposit of Neolithic and Bronze Age date. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014430.

Who is responsible for protecting Prehistoric timber trackways, 670m SSE of Parchey Bridge?

Prehistoric timber trackways, 670m SSE of Parchey 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 1014430.

What other scheduled monuments are near Prehistoric timber trackways, 670m SSE of Parchey Bridge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Timber trackways at Moor Drove, 800m east of Brentsfield Bridge (1.1 km), Horsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's Farm (4.2 km), Telescopic rail bridge over the River Parrett, 270m south east of Bridgwater Dock lock (5.5 km).

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