Scheduled MonumentsEnglandSmall carved rock in path east of Glovershaw quarry

Small carved rock in path east of Glovershaw quarry

England
List entry 1009721
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Small carved rock in path east of Glovershaw quarry is a prehistoric rock carving situated in Yorkshire, England. The monument consists of a small stone bearing carved markings, likely dating to the Bronze Age or earlier prehistoric period, when such rock art was produced across northern Britain. Its precise location along a path near Glovershaw quarry suggests it may once have held ritual, territorial, or navigational significance within the prehistoric landscape. The carved rock represents an important record of early artistic expression and land use in the Yorkshire region, though the specific iconography and original context of the carvings remain subjects of archaeological study.

Small carved rock in path east of Glovershaw quarry is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009721. View the official record →

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What is Small carved rock in path east of Glovershaw quarry?

Small carved rock in path east of Glovershaw quarry is a prehistoric rock carving situated in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009721.

Who is responsible for protecting Small carved rock in path east of Glovershaw quarry?

Small carved rock in path east of Glovershaw quarry 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 1009721.

What other scheduled monuments are near Small carved rock in path east of Glovershaw quarry?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Carved bedrock close to road north east of the public toilets on Bracken Hall Green (1.2 km), Cup-marked rock between road and public toilets at Bracken Hall Green (1.2 km), Cup-marked bedrock near Old Glen House (1.2 km).

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