Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSinkside Hill defended settlement

Sinkside Hill defended settlement

England
List entry 1009529
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sinkside Hill defended settlement is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Northumberland, England. The site comprises an area enclosed by defensive earthworks typical of Iron Age hillforts or defended settlements of northern Britain. The monument's physical characteristics and defensive arrangements reflect the settlement patterns and community organization of prehistoric Northumberland communities during the later prehistoric period.

Sinkside Hill defended settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009529. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sinkside Hill defended settlement?

Sinkside Hill defended settlement is a prehistoric enclosed settlement located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009529.

Who is responsible for protecting Sinkside Hill defended settlement?

Sinkside Hill defended settlement 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 1009529.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sinkside Hill defended settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cocklawfoot,farmstead,homestead,settlement & field systems 500m NE of (7.9 km), Cocklawfoot,enclosure 150m NW of (8.2 km), Dry Slack,farmstead and enclosure (8.2 km).

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