Archaeological sites · North West England
Great Crag prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system 710m south east of Birkerthwaite
Great Crag prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system 710m south east of Birkerthwaite — archaeological site in Eskdale, Copeland, England, UK.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Nearest railway station
- Beckfoot · 3.2 km
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Great Crag prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system 710m south east of Birkerthwaite is a place of interest in North-West England. Officially recognised as scheduled monument. It sits within the Barrow and Furness parliamentary constituency. The nearest railway station is Beckfoot, about 3.2 km away. Postcode area CA19.
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Place summary
Great Crag prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system is located 710m south-east of Birkerthwaite in Eskdale, North-West England. This archaeological site is designated as a scheduled monument, highlighting its significance in understanding prehistoric land use and burial practices in the region.
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- Coordinates
- 54.3682, -3.2560
- District
- Cumberland
- Parish
- Eskdale
- Postcode
- CA19 1TJ
- Parliamentary constituency
- Barrow and Furness
- Nearest railway station
- Beckfoot — 3.2 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q17663040 (CC0)
- commons: Great Crag - geograph.org.uk - 1377751.jpg (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Great Crag prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system 710m south east of Birkerthwaite?
- Great Crag prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system 710m south east of Birkerthwaite is in North-West England, United Kingdom (postcode CA19 1TJ), in the parish of Eskdale.
- Is Great Crag prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system 710m south east of Birkerthwaite a listed building?
- Great Crag prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system 710m south east of Birkerthwaite is officially recognised as scheduled monument listed.
- How do I get to Great Crag prehistoric cairnfield and associated field system 710m south east of Birkerthwaite?
- The nearest railway station is Beckfoot, about 3.2 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CA19 1TJ.