Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTathey Crags prehistoric unenclosed hut circle settlement

Tathey Crags prehistoric unenclosed hut circle settlement

England
List entry 1015644
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Tathey Crags is a prehistoric unenclosed hut circle settlement located in Northumberland, England, dating to the Bronze Age. The site comprises the remains of circular stone-built domestic structures characteristic of upland settlement patterns in northern Britain during this period. These hut circles represent evidence of pastoral communities who occupied the Northumberland uplands, utilising the landscape for stock management and seasonal habitation. The unenclosed character of the settlement distinguishes it from later Iron Age enclosed settlements and reflects the settlement practices and territorial organisation of Bronze Age societies in the region.

Tathey Crags prehistoric unenclosed hut circle settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015644. View the official record →

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What is Tathey Crags prehistoric unenclosed hut circle settlement?

Tathey Crags is a prehistoric unenclosed hut circle settlement located in Northumberland, England, dating to the Bronze Age. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015644.

Who is responsible for protecting Tathey Crags prehistoric unenclosed hut circle settlement?

Tathey Crags prehistoric unenclosed hut circle 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 1015644.

What other scheduled monuments are near Tathey Crags prehistoric unenclosed hut circle settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Univallate hillfort, Romano-British enclosed settlement and medieval farmstead, 224m north west of Chesters (6.6 km), Palisaded settlement 125m south of North Pike cairn (7.5 km), Leafield Edge medieval settlement and field system (8.1 km).

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