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The westernmost of two shielings below Rowantree Crag is a prehistoric or early medieval pastoral settlement in Cumberland, England. Shielings were temporary or seasonal dwellings used by herders during summer pasturing of livestock in upland areas, representing an important aspect of transhumant pastoral economies in northern Britain. The structure survives as an archaeological earthwork below Rowantree Crag, forming part of a pair of shielings that testify to the historical use of these highland pastures for pastoral farming. The site's exact dating and construction details remain characteristic of the broader class of shieling sites found throughout the upland regions of northern England and Scotland.
The westernmost of two shielings below Rowantree Crag is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1011830. View the official record →
The westernmost of two shielings below Rowantree Crag is a prehistoric or early medieval pastoral settlement in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1011830.
The westernmost of two shielings below Rowantree Crag 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 1011830.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Upper Denton (5.2 km), Bastle at Upper Denton (5.2 km), St Cuthbert's Church, 100m north west of Upper Denton Farm (5.3 km).
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