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 Bronze Age and later archaeological site located in Northumberland. The monument comprises two adjacent earthwork enclosures positioned on the hillside, alongside rock outcrops bearing cup and ring carvings typical of Bronze Age rock art traditions. The cup and ring markings represent examples of portable or in situ rock art common to the prehistoric period in northern Britain, whilst the camps suggest sequential occupation or use of the location across different periods. The site reflects the complex prehistoric settlement and ritual landscape of the Cheviot region and its surrounding uplands.

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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Questions & answers

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 Bronze Age and later archaeological site 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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