Scheduled MonumentsEnglandThrostle Brow prehistoric enclosure

Throstle Brow prehistoric enclosure

England
List entry 1007867
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Throstle Brow is a prehistoric enclosure situated in Cumberland, England. The monument consists of an earthwork enclosure of Iron Age date, representing a significant example of the defended settlement patterns characteristic of northern Britain during the later prehistoric period. The site's physical remains comprise a ditched and banked enclosure whose precise dimensions and state of preservation reflect typical Iron Age settlement organisation in the region. As a scheduled ancient monument, Throstle Brow contributes to understanding the distribution and nature of Iron Age communities across the northwestern landscape of Roman Britain's frontier zone.

Throstle Brow prehistoric enclosure is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007867. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Throstle Brow prehistoric enclosure?

Throstle Brow is a prehistoric enclosure situated in Cumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007867.

Who is responsible for protecting Throstle Brow prehistoric enclosure?

Throstle Brow prehistoric enclosure 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 1007867.

What other scheduled monuments are near Throstle Brow prehistoric enclosure?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Roman road and enclosures SE of Frenchfield (8.7 km), Settlement 1/3 mile (540m) ENE of Brougham Castle (8.7 km), Roman marching camp 450yds (410m) NE of Brovacum (8.7 km).

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