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Settlement on Blue Scar

England
List entry 1004123
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Settlement on Blue Scar is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises the remains of an ancient settlement characterized by defensive earthworks and structural features typical of Iron Age communities in northern Britain. The monument represents evidence of sustained habitation during the later prehistoric period, reflecting patterns of land use and settlement organization in the Yorkshire uplands. Such enclosed settlements were commonly established in elevated locations to provide defensive advantages and control over surrounding agricultural land.

Settlement on Blue Scar is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004123. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement on Blue Scar?

Settlement on Blue Scar is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004123.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement on Blue Scar?

Settlement on Blue Scar 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 1004123.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement on Blue Scar?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round cairn on Broad Flats (7.4 km), Round cairn south east of Broad Flats (7.4 km), Sheriff Hill round cairn (7.7 km).

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