Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush

England
List entry 1014240
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush is a prehistoric or early medieval linear earthwork located in Yorkshire. The monument consists of a ditch and bank formation typical of defensive or territorial boundaries constructed during the prehistoric or early medieval periods. Its precise dating and function remain subjects of archaeological interpretation, though such linear features commonly served to demarcate land divisions or provide defensive lines. The surviving section represents part of a broader system of boundaries that characterised the landscape management practices of northern England during antiquity or the early medieval era.

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014240. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush is a prehistoric or early medieval linear earthwork located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014240.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush 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 1014240.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary east of Langdale Rush?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary and portion of field system 100m east of Whitefields Farm (8 km), Uckerby medieval village and open field system (8.6 km), Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary 75m south west of Sandford House (8.7 km).

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