Scheduled MonumentsEnglandUnenclosed hut circle settlement and plot of cord rig, 650m south west of Wholehope

Unenclosed hut circle settlement and plot of cord rig, 650m south west of Wholehope

England
List entry 1018941
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The Unenclosed hut circle settlement and plot of cord rig 650m south west of Wholehope is a Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement site located in Northumberland. The monument comprises a cluster of hut circles associated with a nearby plot of cord rig, a distinctive form of prehistoric arable cultivation defined by parallel ridges. The settlement represents evidence of prehistoric agricultural and domestic activity in the upland regions of northern England, demonstrating the integration of pastoral and arable farming practices during the later prehistoric period. The site's survival in the upland landscape provides important archaeological evidence for understanding settlement patterns and land use in Northumberland during the Bronze and Iron Ages.

Unenclosed hut circle settlement and plot of cord rig, 650m south west of Wholehope is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018941. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Unenclosed hut circle settlement and plot of cord rig, 650m south west of Wholehope?

The Unenclosed hut circle settlement and plot of cord rig 650m south west of Wholehope is a Bronze Age or Iron Age settlement site located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018941.

Who is responsible for protecting Unenclosed hut circle settlement and plot of cord rig, 650m south west of Wholehope?

Unenclosed hut circle settlement and plot of cord rig, 650m south west of Wholehope 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 1018941.

What other scheduled monuments are near Unenclosed hut circle settlement and plot of cord rig, 650m south west of Wholehope?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Observation post 690m east of Watty Bell's Cairn (7.2 km), Watty Bell's round cairn (7.2 km), Roman camp, 1.58km west of North Yardhope (8.2 km).

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