Scheduled MonumentsEnglandRing cairn north west of Reinsber Scar

Ring cairn north west of Reinsber Scar

England
List entry 1013164
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Ring cairn north west of Reinsber Scar is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises a circular cairn with a distinctive ring structure, characteristic of burial practices during the Bronze Age period. Such ring cairns typically functioned as ceremonial or burial centres within prehistoric communities, often marking significant ritual or sepulchral activity across the moorland landscape. The monument's survival on the upland terrain demonstrates the persistence of Bronze Age archaeological remains in the Yorkshire region, contributing to broader understanding of prehistoric settlement and mortuary practices in northern England.

Ring cairn north west of Reinsber Scar is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013164. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Ring cairn north west of Reinsber Scar?

Ring cairn north west of Reinsber Scar is a Bronze Age funerary monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013164.

Who is responsible for protecting Ring cairn north west of Reinsber Scar?

Ring cairn north west of Reinsber Scar 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 1013164.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ring cairn north west of Reinsber Scar?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cairn 60m north east of Dead Man's Cave (0.8 km), Kinsey Cave, Giggleswick Scar (0.8 km), Cairn 340m north of Scar Top Garage (0.9 km).

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