Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWarrening enclosure 1.07km east of High Rigg Farm

Warrening enclosure 1.07km east of High Rigg Farm

England
List entry 1020676
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Warrening enclosure 1.07km east of High Rigg Farm is a Bronze Age or Iron Age enclosed settlement located in Yorkshire. The monument consists of a roughly circular or oval defensive earthwork, comprising a bank and ditch arrangement typical of prehistoric domestic enclosures in the region. Such warrening enclosures served as livestock pounds and settlement sites, providing protection for animals and inhabitants during the later prehistoric period. The earthwork remains visible as an archaeological feature despite ploughing and subsequent land management, and its preservation contributes to understanding prehistoric settlement patterns and land use in Yorkshire.

Warrening enclosure 1.07km east of High Rigg Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020676. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Warrening enclosure 1.07km east of High Rigg Farm?

Warrening enclosure 1.07km east of High Rigg Farm is a Bronze Age or Iron Age enclosed settlement located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020676.

Who is responsible for protecting Warrening enclosure 1.07km east of High Rigg Farm?

Warrening enclosure 1.07km east of High Rigg 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 1020676.

What other scheduled monuments are near Warrening enclosure 1.07km east of High Rigg Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 570m south east of Warren House (4.6 km), Long barrow 530m north of Keeper's Cottage (4.7 km), Round barrow 470m north of Keeper's Cottage (4.8 km).

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