Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSettlement SE of Druid's Altar

Settlement SE of Druid's Altar

England
List entry 1004144
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Settlement SE of Druid's Altar is a prehistoric settlement located in Yorkshire, England. The site represents occupation dating to the Iron Age period, when such settlements formed important centres of agricultural and domestic activity across the region. The monument survives as archaeological earthworks indicative of Iron Age settlement patterns, contributing to understanding of pre-Roman occupation and settlement hierarchy in Yorkshire. Its proximity to Druid's Altar, a notable local landmark, has provided a reference point for the site's identification and recorded location within the heritage landscape.

Settlement SE of Druid's Altar is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004144. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement SE of Druid's Altar?

Settlement SE of Druid's Altar is a prehistoric settlement located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004144.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement SE of Druid's Altar?

Settlement SE of Druid's Altar 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 1004144.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement SE of Druid's Altar?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hydro-electric power house and associated weir 250m north west of Tin Bridge (5 km), Redmayne packhorse bridge (5.1 km), Lynchets N of Malham village (5.2 km).

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