Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSettlement on Dry How Pasture

Settlement on Dry How Pasture

England
List entry 1007276
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Settlement on Dry How Pasture is a prehistoric or early historic settlement site located in Westmorland, England. The monument comprises the archaeological remains of what appears to be a small settlement, with evidence of occupation evidenced by structural features visible in the landscape. The site is situated on upland pasture, a location typical of settlements from the Bronze Age through to the early medieval period in the Lake District region. The exact dating and full extent of occupation remains subject to archaeological assessment, though the site represents an important record of human settlement patterns in the Westmorland uplands during antiquity.

Settlement on Dry How Pasture is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007276. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement on Dry How Pasture?

Settlement on Dry How Pasture is a prehistoric or early historic settlement site located in Westmorland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007276.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement on Dry How Pasture?

Settlement on Dry How Pasture 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 1007276.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement on Dry How Pasture?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Settlement below Lamb Pasture (1.5 km), Medieval moated site and associated building platform 620m and 700m south east of Bannisdale Low Bridge (3.6 km), Elfhow potash pit (5.5 km).

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