Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSettlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park

Settlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park

England
List entry 1007201
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Settlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park is a prehistoric or early medieval settlement located on the western slope of The Tongue in Troutbeck Park, Westmorland. The site comprises the remains of structures and associated features characteristic of upland settlement patterns in the Lake District region. The settlement's precise dating and cultural attribution remain matters for archaeological interpretation, though the monument type and landscape position suggest occupation during periods of upland pastoral or agricultural exploitation. The site represents evidence of historic land use and habitation in this mountainous terrain of northern England.

Settlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007201. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park?

Settlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park is a prehistoric or early medieval settlement located on the western slope of The Tongue in Troutbeck Park, Westmorland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007201.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park?

Settlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park 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 1007201.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement on W slope of The Tongue, Troutbeck Park?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval shieling 640m north of Troutbeck Park Farm (0.4 km), Round cairn 75m east of Hagg Gill (0.7 km), Round cairn 80m east of Hagg Gill (0.7 km).

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