Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House

England
List entry 1013778
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House is a scheduled ancient monument consisting of a linear earthwork forming part of the Scots Dyke, a medieval boundary feature located in Yorkshire. The dyke represents a significant territorial demarcation dating to the medieval period, constructed as an earthen bank and ditch to define and defend regional boundaries. This particular section preserves evidence of the linear landscape divisions that characterised medieval landholding and settlement patterns in northern England. The monument survives as a visible landscape feature that contributes to understanding medieval territorial organisation in the region.

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013778. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House is a scheduled ancient monument consisting of a linear earthwork forming part of the Scots Dyke, a medieval boundary feature located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013778.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford 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 1013778.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of the Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m south east of St Martin's Priory (0.4 km), Section of the Scots Dyke linear boundary 225m south of St Martin's Priory (0.5 km), Easby Abbey Premonstratensian monastery: monastic precinct, cultivation terraces, water-management features and ancillary buildings (0.7 km).

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