Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands Farm

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands Farm

England
List entry 1014798
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands Farm is a length of a substantial earthwork boundary that runs through the landscape north of Kirklands Farm in Yorkshire. The Scots Dike represents a significant medieval linear boundary, likely dating to the medieval period, and forms part of a wider system of territorial demarcation in the region. The earthwork survives as a visible linear feature in the landscape, demonstrating the physical character of medieval boundary management and land division practices. This section contributes to understanding the extent and pattern of the Scots Dike as a substantial landscape feature of medieval date.

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014798. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands Farm?

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands Farm is a length of a substantial earthwork boundary that runs through the landscape north of Kirklands Farm in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014798.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands Farm?

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands 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 1014798.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of Scots Dike linear boundary north of Kirklands Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House (5.7 km), St Martin's Benedictine Priory, Richmond (5.9 km), Section of the Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m south east of St Martin's Priory (6 km).

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