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 a ditch and bank earthwork situated on the western edge of Urra Moor in Yorkshire, England. The monument consists of a linear defensive or demarcative feature that extends across the moorland landscape, constructed during the Bronze Age or Iron Age period. Such linear boundaries served important territorial functions, marking land divisions or defensive positions for prehistoric communities occupying the upland regions of northern England. The surviving earthwork remains visible as a substantial archaeological feature indicative of prehistoric land management and social organisation on the North York Moors.

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 a ditch and bank earthwork situated on the western edge of Urra Moor in Yorkshire, England. 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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