Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of double linear boundary dyke 300m north east of Millington Grange Farm

Section of double linear boundary dyke 300m north east of Millington Grange Farm

England
List entry 1015573
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Section of double linear boundary dyke 300m north east of Millington Grange Farm is a prehistoric earthwork located in Yorkshire, England. The monument comprises a double linear dyke, representing a form of land division and territorial demarcation typical of Iron Age or earlier prehistoric periods in northern England. The dyke survives as an upstanding earthwork feature in the landscape, comprising two parallel linear banks which would have served to define boundaries and control movement across the terrain. Such double dyke systems are characteristic of prehistoric land organisation in upland and transitional zones, reflecting patterns of settlement, agricultural practice, and territorial assertion during the Iron Age.

Section of double linear boundary dyke 300m north east of Millington Grange Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015573. View the official record →

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What is Section of double linear boundary dyke 300m north east of Millington Grange Farm?

Section of double linear boundary dyke 300m north east of Millington Grange Farm is a prehistoric earthwork located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015573.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of double linear boundary dyke 300m north east of Millington Grange Farm?

Section of double linear boundary dyke 300m north east of Millington Grange Farm 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 1015573.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of double linear boundary dyke 300m north east of Millington Grange Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cross base and shaft and cross base at St Margaret's Church (3.3 km), Round barrow 520m S of Warren Farm (3.7 km), Deepdale cross ridge dyke (3.8 km).

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