Scheduled MonumentsEnglandWarrening enclosure 975m north east of High Paper Mill Farm

Warrening enclosure 975m north east of High Paper Mill Farm

England
List entry 1020680
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Warrening enclosure 975m north east of High Paper Mill Farm is a medieval earthwork monument located in Yorkshire. The site comprises an enclosure that relates to warrening activity, a widespread practice of rabbit management and cultivation that was undertaken on manorial lands from the medieval period onwards. The earthwork evidence indicates the physical boundaries and infrastructure associated with this agricultural enterprise. Such warrening enclosures represent important archaeological testimony to medieval and early modern rural economy and the exploitation of marginal lands for game farming.

Warrening enclosure 975m north east of High Paper Mill Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020680. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Warrening enclosure 975m north east of High Paper Mill Farm?

Warrening enclosure 975m north east of High Paper Mill Farm is a medieval earthwork monument located in Yorkshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020680.

Who is responsible for protecting Warrening enclosure 975m north east of High Paper Mill Farm?

Warrening enclosure 975m north east of High Paper Mill 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 1020680.

What other scheduled monuments are near Warrening enclosure 975m north east of High Paper Mill Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Round barrow 520m north west of St Hilda's Church, Ellerburn (2.1 km), Round barrow 570m south east of Warren House (2.3 km), Wilton Hall moated site 250m south of Manor Farm (2.5 km).

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