Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSettlement site at Butterwick

Settlement site at Butterwick

England
List entry 1004047
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Settlement site at Butterwick is a prehistoric and Romano-British settlement located in Yorkshire. The site encompasses evidence of occupation spanning from the Iron Age through the Romano-British period, indicating sustained human activity across several centuries. Archaeological investigation has revealed structural remains and artefactual material consistent with a rural settlement of regional significance during these periods. The site's archaeological importance lies in its contribution to understanding settlement patterns and land use in northern Britain during the Iron Age and Romano-British transitions.

Settlement site at Butterwick is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004047. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement site at Butterwick?

Settlement site at Butterwick is a prehistoric and Romano-British settlement located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004047.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement site at Butterwick?

Settlement site at Butterwick 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 1004047.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement site at Butterwick?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 700m north east of Collingwood Farm (5.4 km), Linear earthwork north east of Collingwood Farm (5.6 km), Cottam medieval settlement and cultivation terraces (6.2 km).

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