Scheduled MonumentsEnglandTwo rectangular house sites on Malham Lings

Two rectangular house sites on Malham Lings

England
List entry 1003137
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Two rectangular house sites on Malham Lings is a Scheduled Ancient Monument comprising two rectangular structures located on the open moorland of Malham Lings in North Yorkshire. These sites are characteristic of prehistoric or early medieval settlement patterns found across the Pennine moorlands, though their precise chronology requires careful archaeological assessment. The rectangular form of the structures suggests a domestic function, consistent with rural habitation practices of their period. The sites contribute to understanding settlement distribution and land use patterns across the Yorkshire uplands during their period of occupation.

Two rectangular house sites on Malham Lings is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003137. View the official record →

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What is Two rectangular house sites on Malham Lings?

Two rectangular house sites on Malham Lings is a Scheduled Ancient Monument comprising two rectangular structures located on the open moorland of Malham Lings in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003137.

Who is responsible for protecting Two rectangular house sites on Malham Lings?

Two rectangular house sites on Malham Lings 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 1003137.

What other scheduled monuments are near Two rectangular house sites on Malham Lings?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Lime kiln and associated quarry 75m south of High Scarth Barn (5.3 km), Round barrow 550m south west of Park Hill (6.9 km), Lower Colgarth Hill round cairn (7.7 km).

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