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Section of the Cleave Dyke system on Arden Little Moor is a linear earthwork situated on high ground in Yorkshire, forming part of a larger defensive or boundary system. The dyke consists of a substantial bank with an associated ditch, characteristics typical of Iron Age hill fort systems or later Romano-British territorial divisions, though the precise dating and primary function of this section remain subjects of archaeological study. The monument's position on Arden Little Moor suggests its role in controlling movement across upland terrain, whether for defensive purposes, stock management, or territorial demarcation. The Cleave Dyke system represents an important element of the archaeological landscape indicating organised land use and settlement patterns in northern England during the prehistoric or Romano-British period.
Section of the Cleave Dyke system on Arden Little Moor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010532. View the official record →
Section of the Cleave Dyke system on Arden Little Moor is a linear earthwork situated on high ground in Yorkshire, forming part of a larger defensive or boundary system. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010532.
Section of the Cleave Dyke system on Arden Little Moor 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 1010532.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow in Cliff Plantation (7.4 km), Wayside cross known as Cooper Cross on Sutton Bank (7.6 km), Section of the Cleave Dyke system, known as the Casten Dike, 300m ENE of Hambleton Inn (7.8 km).
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