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 system of prehistoric linear earthworks located in Yorkshire, England. The monument comprises a series of dikes and associated boundary features that date to the Bronze Age or Iron Age period, representing evidence of land division and territorial organisation in prehistoric times. The linear nature of the earthworks suggests their function as boundaries demarcating land use or property, a common feature of later prehistoric landscapes in northern England. The site contributes to understanding how prehistoric communities structured and managed their agricultural and pastoral lands.

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 system of prehistoric linear earthworks 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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