Scheduled MonumentsEnglandScamridge Dikes: prehistoric linear boundaries and associated features

Scamridge Dikes: prehistoric linear boundaries and associated features

England
List entry 1020835
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Scamridge Dikes is a prehistoric linear earthwork located in Yorkshire, England. The monument comprises a series of dikes and associated features that served as territorial or land-division boundaries during the prehistoric period. The linear banks and ditches that constitute the dikes reflect the organization of landscape and settlement patterns in ancient Yorkshire, providing evidence for prehistoric land use and social organization. As a scheduled ancient monument, Scamridge Dikes contributes to understanding of prehistoric boundary systems and the development of territorial divisions in northern England.

Scamridge Dikes: prehistoric linear boundaries and associated features is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020835. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Scamridge Dikes: prehistoric linear boundaries and associated features?

Scamridge Dikes is a prehistoric linear earthwork located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020835.

Who is responsible for protecting Scamridge Dikes: prehistoric linear boundaries and associated features?

Scamridge Dikes: prehistoric linear boundaries and associated features 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 1020835.

What other scheduled monuments are near Scamridge Dikes: prehistoric linear boundaries and associated features?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Long barrow 530m north of Keeper's Cottage (2.8 km), Round barrow 470m north of Keeper's Cottage (2.8 km), Medieval settlement immediately south east of Ebberston Hall (3.1 km).

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