Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSettlement in Ashes Shaw Pasture, Horton

Settlement in Ashes Shaw Pasture, Horton

England
List entry 1004140
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Settlement in Ashes Shaw Pasture, Horton is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a settlement site located in Yorkshire. The site represents settlement activity from the medieval period, with evidence of occupation preserved as buried or upstanding archaeological features within the pasture landscape. The settlement demonstrates patterns of rural habitation typical of medieval Yorkshire communities, with physical remains that contribute to understanding medieval settlement distribution and agricultural practice in the region. The monument's preservation as an earthwork site of archaeological significance underscores its importance for studying the evolution of settlement patterns in northern England.

Settlement in Ashes Shaw Pasture, Horton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004140. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement in Ashes Shaw Pasture, Horton?

Settlement in Ashes Shaw Pasture, Horton is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a settlement site located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004140.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement in Ashes Shaw Pasture, Horton?

Settlement in Ashes Shaw Pasture, Horton 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 1004140.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement in Ashes Shaw Pasture, Horton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement on Gauber Cow Pasture Rocks (0.6 km), Settlement in Ingman Lodge Shaw Pasture, Horton (0.8 km), Settlement on Gauber High Pasture Rock (1 km).

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