Scheduled MonumentsEnglandUnenclosed hut circle settlement 250m west of Woolaw

Unenclosed hut circle settlement 250m west of Woolaw

England
List entry 1009375
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Unenclosed hut circle settlement 250m west of Woolaw is a Bronze Age settlement located in Northumberland. The site comprises hut circles arranged without defensive enclosure, representing a characteristic settlement pattern of the Bronze Age period in northern Britain. Such unenclosed settlements reflect the pastoral and agricultural economy of their time, with domestic structures positioned to facilitate communal activity and stock management. The archaeological evidence from this site contributes to understanding Bronze Age settlement organisation and land use in the upland regions of Northumberland.

Unenclosed hut circle settlement 250m west of Woolaw is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009375. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Unenclosed hut circle settlement 250m west of Woolaw?

Unenclosed hut circle settlement 250m west of Woolaw is a Bronze Age settlement located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009375.

Who is responsible for protecting Unenclosed hut circle settlement 250m west of Woolaw?

Unenclosed hut circle settlement 250m west of Woolaw 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 1009375.

What other scheduled monuments are near Unenclosed hut circle settlement 250m west of Woolaw?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Blakehope Roman fort and Roman temporary camp (5.7 km), Roman temporary camp at Dargues (6.3 km), Round cairn, 100m ENE of Dunns Cottage (6.5 km).

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