Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of Scots Dyke linear boundary, 650m ENE of Park House

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary, 650m ENE of Park House

England
List entry 1013307
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary, 650m ENE of Park House, is a linear earthwork of medieval date forming part of a significant boundary system in Yorkshire. The monument comprises a substantial ditch and bank structure that served as a demarcation line, likely functioning in a territorial or administrative capacity during the medieval period. The preserved section demonstrates the engineering effort invested in establishing and maintaining linear boundaries across the landscape, reflecting the importance of defined territorial control in medieval Yorkshire. This earthwork forms part of the broader Scots Dyke system, which represents a key feature of medieval land management and settlement patterns in the region.

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary, 650m ENE of Park House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013307. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary, 650m ENE of Park House?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary, 650m ENE of Park House, is a linear earthwork of medieval date forming part of a significant boundary system in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013307.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary, 650m ENE of Park House?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary, 650m ENE of Park House 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 1013307.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary, 650m ENE of Park House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval cross base known as Plague Stone, 750m WSW of High Scales (7.4 km), 18th century copper mill 80m north west of Copper Mill Bridge (7.4 km), Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 150m ENE of Olliver (7.5 km).

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