Scheduled MonumentsEnglandUrra Moor prehistoric linear boundary on the western edge of Urra Moor

Urra Moor prehistoric linear boundary on the western edge of Urra Moor

England
List entry 1015955
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Urra Moor Prehistoric Linear Boundary is an ancient linear earthwork situated on the western edge of Urra Moor in North Yorkshire. The monument consists of a bank and ditch arrangement that runs across the moorland landscape, representing a form of territorial division or land demarcation characteristic of later prehistoric periods. Such linear boundaries are typically associated with Bronze Age or Iron Age activity, serving practical purposes in defining land holdings, controlling livestock movement, or marking territorial boundaries between communities. The surviving earthwork provides evidence of prehistoric land organisation and settlement patterns in the North York Moors region.

Urra Moor prehistoric linear boundary on the western edge of Urra Moor is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1015955. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Urra Moor prehistoric linear boundary on the western edge of Urra Moor?

Urra Moor Prehistoric Linear Boundary is an ancient linear earthwork situated on the western edge of Urra Moor in North Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1015955.

Who is responsible for protecting Urra Moor prehistoric linear boundary on the western edge of Urra Moor?

Urra Moor prehistoric linear boundary on the western edge of Urra Moor 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 1015955.

What other scheduled monuments are near Urra Moor prehistoric linear boundary on the western edge of Urra Moor?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 180m south west of Sike House (8.8 km), Round barrow 500m west of Bent Slack (8.8 km), Round barrow 200m south west of Sike House (8.8 km).

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