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Spindlestone Heughs is a defended settlement of Iron Age date located in Northumberland. The site comprises a roughly circular enclosure defined by a substantial rampart, characteristic of the defended farmsteads and settlements that were widespread in northern Britain during the later prehistoric period. Its defensive works suggest a concern for protection of livestock and stored resources during a period of competitive settlement patterns across the region. The monument represents an important example of Iron Age settlement architecture in the north of England and contributes to understanding of pre-Roman Northumbrian communities.
Spindlestone Heughs defended settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014745. View the official record →
Spindlestone Heughs is a defended settlement of Iron Age date located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014745.
Spindlestone Heughs 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 1014745.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roundabouts camp (3.5 km), Deserted village of Mousen (4.1 km), Defended settlement, 1.05 km north west of North Farm (4.8 km).
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