Scheduled MonumentsNorthern IrelandBelfastSub-rectangular enclosure
UNCERTAIN · ENCLOSURE

Sub-rectangular enclosure

Belfast, Northern Ireland
NISMR MonID 4303
Period
UNCERTAIN
Site type
ENCLOSURE
Nation
Northern Ireland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Sub-rectangular enclosure is an uncertain enclosure located in Belfast, Northern Ireland. The monument is classified as an enclosure of indeterminate function and dating, reflecting the difficulty in establishing its precise chronological position and original purpose from archaeological evidence alone. Such enclosures in the Belfast area may represent settlement sites, ritual or ceremonial spaces, or defensive structures, though without excavation or secure dating evidence the specific interpretation remains unclear. The site is recorded in the Northern Ireland Sites and Monuments Record under designation HED NI NISMR MonID 4303.

Sub-rectangular enclosure is a scheduled monument protected by Department for Communities NI under reference 4303. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Sub-rectangular enclosure?

Sub-rectangular enclosure is an uncertain enclosure located in Belfast, Northern Ireland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) under reference 4303.

What period does Sub-rectangular enclosure date from?

Sub-rectangular enclosure dates from the uncertain period, and is classified as a enclosure. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Sub-rectangular enclosure?

Sub-rectangular enclosure is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by DfC Northern Ireland (NISMR) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Ni. The official designation reference is 4303.

What other scheduled monuments are near Sub-rectangular enclosure?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Chimney stack - ihr 010369 (4.1 km), Red brick chimney stack (ihr no.10370) (4.2 km), Chimney stack - ihr 01046 (5.2 km).

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