Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThreshfield Henge 2 (southern)

Threshfield Henge 2 (southern)

England
List entry 1495552
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Threshfield Henge 2 (southern) is a Neolithic henge monument located near Threshfield in North Yorkshire. The site consists of a circular earthwork defined by a ditch and bank, characteristic of henges constructed during the Neolithic period. Though partially damaged and modified by later agricultural activity, the monument survives as an important archaeological record of ritual and ceremonial practice in prehistoric Yorkshire. The henge forms part of a complex of prehistoric monuments in the Wharfedale area, contributing to understanding of early ceremonial landscapes in the Pennine region.

Threshfield Henge 2 (southern) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1495552. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Threshfield Henge 2 (southern) ?

Threshfield Henge 2 (southern) is a Neolithic henge monument located near Threshfield in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1495552.

Who is responsible for protecting Threshfield Henge 2 (southern) ?

Threshfield Henge 2 (southern) 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 1495552.

What other scheduled monuments are near Threshfield Henge 2 (southern) ?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hydro-electric power house and associated weir 250m north west of Tin Bridge (1.4 km), Redmayne packhorse bridge (1.8 km), Linton churchyard cross and sundial (2 km).

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