Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale

England
List entry 1013306
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale is a defensive earthwork of medieval date forming part of the wider Scots Dyke system. The monument consists of a linear ditch and bank construction typical of medieval border fortifications in the northern English landscape. This particular section, located in Yorkshire, represents evidence of the territorial demarcation and defensive strategies employed during the medieval period in the volatile border regions between England and Scotland. The surviving earthwork preserves important archaeological evidence of medieval land management and frontier control in northern England.

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013306. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale is a defensive earthwork of medieval date forming part of the wider Scots Dyke system. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013306.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale 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 1013306.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m north of Langdale?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m (7.4 km), Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary and portion of field system 100m east of Whitefields Farm (8.7 km), Franciscan friary (9.4 km).

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