Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo camps and cup and ring marked rocks on Dod Law

Two camps and cup and ring marked rocks on Dod Law

England
List entry 1002946
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Two camps and cup and ring marked rocks on Dod Law is a Prehistoric monument complex located in Northumberland. The site comprises two substantial earthwork camps of probable Bronze Age date alongside cup and ring marked rock carvings, representing significant evidence of early settlement and ritual activity in the region. The rock art, consisting of pecked cup marks and concentric ring designs, exemplifies the distinctive rock carving tradition practised during the Bronze Age across northern Britain. Together, the camps and carved stones demonstrate the multi-functional use of this upland location during Prehistory, combining domestic occupation with ceremonial or symbolic activity.

Two camps and cup and ring marked rocks on Dod Law is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002946. View the official record →

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What is Two camps and cup and ring marked rocks on Dod Law?

Two camps and cup and ring marked rocks on Dod Law is a Prehistoric monument complex located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002946.

Who is responsible for protecting Two camps and cup and ring marked rocks on Dod Law?

Two camps and cup and ring marked rocks on Dod Law 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 1002946.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two camps and cup and ring marked rocks on Dod Law?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including South Ringles Roman period native settlement 850m north west of Middleton Dean (9 km), Two Bronze Age round cairns and enclosed cremation cemetery 825m north west of Middleton Dean (9.1 km), Bronze Age cairnfield and cup and ring marked stone 550m north west of Middleton Dean (9.4 km).

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