Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of Scots Dike linear boundary south of Kirklands Farm

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary south of Kirklands Farm

England
List entry 1014797
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary south of Kirklands Farm is a scheduled ancient monument comprising a substantial earthwork forming part of the Scots Dike, a major linear boundary in North Yorkshire. The dike dates to the medieval period and represents a significant territorial division, likely constructed during the 11th or 12th century. The surviving section consists of a ditch and bank earthwork that would have functioned as both a defensive barrier and a clear demarcation of land ownership or political jurisdiction. Its preservation as an upstanding linear feature demonstrates the scale and permanence of medieval boundary construction in northern England.

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary south of Kirklands Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014797. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

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

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary south of Kirklands Farm is a scheduled ancient monument comprising a substantial earthwork forming part of the Scots Dike, a major linear boundary in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014797.

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

Section of Scots Dike linear boundary south 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 1014797.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House (5.1 km), St Martin's Benedictine Priory, Richmond (5.3 km), Section of the Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m south east of St Martin's Priory (5.4 km).

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