Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWarren at Everage Clough 450m north east of New Copy Farm

Warren at Everage Clough 450m north east of New Copy Farm

England
List entry 1018362
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Warren at Everage Clough is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval rabbit warren located in Lancashire. The site is situated approximately 450 metres north-east of New Copy Farm and represents a form of land management and food production that was characteristic of the medieval period. Rabbit warrens were deliberate enclosures constructed to breed and contain rabbits for meat and fur, reflecting both the economic importance of these animals to medieval estates and the landowner's right to maintain such facilities. The surviving earthworks at this location preserve evidence of medieval agricultural practice and landscape use.

Warren at Everage Clough 450m north east of New Copy Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018362. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Warren at Everage Clough 450m north east of New Copy Farm?

Warren at Everage Clough is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval rabbit warren located in Lancashire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018362.

Who is responsible for protecting Warren at Everage Clough 450m north east of New Copy Farm?

Warren at Everage Clough 450m north east of New Copy Farm 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 1018362.

What other scheduled monuments are near Warren at Everage Clough 450m north east of New Copy Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ice house at Towneley Hall (1 km), Oakmount Mill engine and engine house, Wiseman Street (3 km), Thieveley lead mine 330m south west and 910m WSW of Buckleys (3.2 km).

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