Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSection of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m

England
List entry 1013779
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m is a linear earthwork monument located in Yorkshire, England. The Scots Dyke represents a significant boundary feature of medieval date, constructed as a substantial linear defence or territorial marker. This particular section, preserved over a length of 550 metres running southward from Olliver East, survives as a recognisable earthwork of historical importance to understanding medieval land demarcation and settlement patterns in the region. The monument is recorded under national heritage protection as a scheduled ancient monument, reflecting its significance to the archaeological and historical record of northern England.

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013779. View the official record →

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What is Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m is a linear earthwork monument located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013779.

Who is responsible for protecting Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m?

Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m 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 1013779.

What other scheduled monuments are near Section of Scots Dyke linear boundary running south from Olliver East for 550m?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of the Scots Dyke linear boundary 250m south east of St Martin's Priory (2.3 km), Section of the Scots Dyke linear boundary 225m south of St Martin's Priory (2.4 km), Easby Abbey Premonstratensian monastery: monastic precinct, cultivation terraces, water-management features and ancillary buildings (2.6 km).

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