Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSites revealed by air photography

Sites revealed by air photography

England
List entry 1006881
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sites revealed by air photography is a designation encompassing multiple archaeological features in Cambridgeshire identified through aerial reconnaissance. The sites represent various periods of human settlement and land use, with evidence of prehistoric, Romano-British, and medieval occupation visible as cropmarks and soil marks from the air. Aerial archaeology has been instrumental in revealing the plans and extents of settlements, field systems, and other structures that are not easily discernible from ground level. These discoveries demonstrate the value of air photography as a tool for understanding the archaeological landscape of Cambridgeshire across multiple centuries.

Sites revealed by air photography is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006881. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sites revealed by air photography?

Sites revealed by air photography is a designation encompassing multiple archaeological features in Cambridgeshire identified through aerial reconnaissance. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006881.

Who is responsible for protecting Sites revealed by air photography?

Sites revealed by air photography 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 1006881.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sites revealed by air photography?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte and bailey castle and associated earthworks 100m south of Tuthill Farm (5 km), Moated site, Goodfellows. (6.4 km), Double moat and fishpond, Queenbury (6.6 km).

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