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Section of linear boundary dyke in Harper Dale Plantation north east of Northfield Farm is a prehistoric or early medieval earthwork of significant archaeological interest located in Yorkshire. The monument comprises a substantial linear bank which served as a territorial or land division boundary during its period of use. The dyke's exact dating remains uncertain, though such features are typically attributed to either the later prehistoric period or the early medieval centuries, representing important evidence of landscape organisation and land management practices. Its survival as an upstanding earthwork within Harper Dale Plantation demonstrates the value of this site for understanding the historical development of field systems and settlement patterns in the region.
Section of linear boundary dyke in Harper Dale Plantation north east of Northfield Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015568. View the official record →
Section of linear boundary dyke in Harper Dale Plantation north east of Northfield Farm is a prehistoric or early medieval earthwork of significant archaeological interest located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015568.
Section of linear boundary dyke in Harper Dale Plantation north east of Northfield 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 1015568.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 930m north east of Dalton Gates Farm (6.2 km), Round barrow 915m north east of Dalton Gates Farm (6.2 km), Two round barrows 820m north east of Dalton Gates Farm (6.3 km).
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