Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThe Hill medieval dispersed settlement and an early post-medieval settlement 400m east of Ashycroft

The Hill medieval dispersed settlement and an early post-medieval settlement 400m east of Ashycroft

England
List entry 1016082
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The Hill is a medieval dispersed settlement and early post-medieval settlement located approximately four hundred metres east of Ashycroft in Cumberland, England. The site represents a typical pattern of rural settlement organisation characteristic of the medieval period in northern England, where communities were scattered across the landscape rather than nucleated into single villages. Physical remains at the location include earthwork features consistent with domestic occupation and land use of the medieval and early post-medieval periods. The monument has been designated as an ancient monument in recognition of its archaeological and historical significance as evidence of settlement continuity and evolution across the medieval to early modern transition.

The Hill medieval dispersed settlement and an early post-medieval settlement 400m east of Ashycroft is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016082. View the official record →

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What is The Hill medieval dispersed settlement and an early post-medieval settlement 400m east of Ashycroft?

The Hill is a medieval dispersed settlement and early post-medieval settlement located approximately four hundred metres east of Ashycroft in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016082.

Who is responsible for protecting The Hill medieval dispersed settlement and an early post-medieval settlement 400m east of Ashycroft?

The Hill medieval dispersed settlement and an early post-medieval settlement 400m east of Ashycroft 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 1016082.

What other scheduled monuments are near The Hill medieval dispersed settlement and an early post-medieval settlement 400m east of Ashycroft?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Medieval shieling on Espy Bank 35m south of Esby Well (4.1 km), Towerbrae round cairn (4.2 km), RAF Spadeadam: Priorlancy Rigg, Engine Test Area (5.7 km).

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