Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSettlement sites on Jorden Scar

Settlement sites on Jorden Scar

England
List entry 1004536
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Settlement sites on Jorden Scar is a Neolithic or Bronze Age settlement located on the moorland of the Pennines in Yorkshire. The site comprises evidence of prehistoric occupation evidenced through archaeological finds and landscape features characteristic of early pastoral or agricultural communities. The settlement demonstrates the exploitation of upland areas during prehistory, when such locations were utilised for seasonal or permanent habitation and stock management. The site contributes to understanding settlement patterns and land use in the upland zones of northern England during the Neolithic and Bronze Age periods.

Settlement sites on Jorden Scar is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004536. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Settlement sites on Jorden Scar?

Settlement sites on Jorden Scar is a Neolithic or Bronze Age settlement located on the moorland of the Pennines in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004536.

Who is responsible for protecting Settlement sites on Jorden Scar?

Settlement sites on Jorden 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 1004536.

What other scheduled monuments are near Settlement sites on Jorden Scar?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lime kiln and associated quarry 75m south of High Scarth Barn (4.2 km), Round barrow 550m south west of Park Hill (5.8 km), Lower Colgarth Hill round cairn (6.9 km).

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