Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of linear earthwork in Pasture Plantation

Section of linear earthwork in Pasture Plantation

England
List entry 1007864
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The section of linear earthwork in Pasture Plantation is an ancient monument located in Yorkshire, England. Linear earthworks of this type typically date to the Iron Age or Romano-British period and served defensive, territorial, or boundary functions across the landscape. The monument consists of a ditch and bank formation characteristic of prehistoric and Romano-British field systems and territorial divisions. Such earthworks provide important archaeological evidence for understanding land use, social organisation, and settlement patterns in northern England during antiquity.

Section of linear earthwork in Pasture Plantation is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007864. View the official record →

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What is Section of linear earthwork in Pasture Plantation?

The section of linear earthwork in Pasture Plantation is an ancient monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007864.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of linear earthwork in Pasture Plantation?

Section of linear earthwork in Pasture Plantation 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 1007864.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of linear earthwork in Pasture Plantation?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 1650m east of Life Hill (6.9 km), Round barrow 1400m east of Life Hill (7.1 km), Linear earthwork running from the head of Warren Dale towards Sledmere Field Farm and associated settlement site (7.1 km).

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