Scheduled MonumentsEnglandStaxton Brow entrenchment

Staxton Brow entrenchment

England
List entry 1004553
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Staxton Brow entrenchment is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Yorkshire. The site comprises linear banks and ditches characteristic of Iron Age fortifications, though its exact chronology remains subject to archaeological interpretation. The monument's physical form suggests it may have served as a territorial boundary or defensive position during the later prehistoric period. The site is recorded as a nationally important archaeological monument and remains a significant example of Iron Age engineering in the region.

Staxton Brow entrenchment is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004553. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Staxton Brow entrenchment?

Staxton Brow entrenchment is a prehistoric defensive earthwork located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004553.

Who is responsible for protecting Staxton Brow entrenchment?

Staxton Brow entrenchment 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 1004553.

What other scheduled monuments are near Staxton Brow entrenchment?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Boythorpe settlement site (6.5 km), Romano-British settlement (7.3 km), Settlement site at Butterwick (7.6 km).

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