Scarfhill Howe

Heritage Site in Yorkshire

England

Scarfhill Howe

Brown Head The remains of Brown Head now visible after tree felling. — Brown Head Credit: T Eyre

Scarfhill Howe is a Bronze Age burial mound located in Yorkshire, England. It is believed to date back to around 2000-1500 BC and is considered to be an important heritage site in the region. The mound is situated on a hill overlooking the surrounding countryside, providing stunning views of the Yorkshire landscape.

The burial mound is approximately 15 meters in diameter and stands at a height of around 2 meters. It is made up of earth and stones, and is surrounded by a shallow ditch. Excavations at the site have revealed a number of burial chambers containing human remains, pottery, and other artifacts, providing valuable insights into the burial practices and customs of the Bronze Age people who inhabited the area.

Scarfhill Howe is a protected heritage site, managed by local authorities to ensure its preservation for future generations. It is a popular destination for visitors interested in history and archaeology, offering a glimpse into the ancient past of Yorkshire. The site is easily accessible by foot and is a peaceful and picturesque spot for a walk or picnic.

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Scarfhill Howe Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 54.34/-0.747 or Grid Reference SE8194. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brown Head The remains of Brown Head now visible after tree felling.

Brown Head

The remains of Brown Head now visible after tree felling.

Near the hairpin Looking north near the hairpin curve in an area of Cropton Forest that has been cleared of trees.

Near the hairpin

Looking north near the hairpin curve in an area of Cropton Forest that has been cleared of trees.

Wardle Green The ruin of Wardle Green.

Wardle Green

The ruin of Wardle Green.

London Transport locomotive London Transport locomotive with a 5 coach train towards Goathland.

London Transport locomotive

London Transport locomotive with a 5 coach train towards Goathland.

Forest track, Wardle Rigg The track gate has been opened for the Riponian Stages 2022 rally.

Forest track, Wardle Rigg

The track gate has been opened for the Riponian Stages 2022 rally.

Newtondale Forest Drive, Wardle Rigg The road was closed to vehicles in 2011 but it is still used by forestry vehicles and local residents.

Newtondale Forest Drive, Wardle Rigg

The road was closed to vehicles in 2011 but it is still used by forestry vehicles and local residents.

Newtondale Forest Drive descending to Sole Beck The road was closed to vehicles in 2011 but it is still used by forestry vehicles and local residents.

Newtondale Forest Drive descending to Sole Beck

The road was closed to vehicles in 2011 but it is still used by forestry vehicles and local residents.

Blawath Road view Looking NW across Pickering Moor.

Blawath Road view

Looking NW across Pickering Moor.

Kestrel Kestrel perched on a Sitka Spruce tree near Blawath Road.

Kestrel

Kestrel perched on a Sitka Spruce tree near Blawath Road.

Brown Head ruin The trees to the north have been felled since the last visit in February 2016.

Brown Head ruin

The trees to the north have been felled since the last visit in February 2016.

Brown Head view Clearing the forest has allowed for a temporary view to appear towards Wheeldale Moor.

Brown Head view

Clearing the forest has allowed for a temporary view to appear towards Wheeldale Moor.

Brown Head ruin 2 The northern side of Brown Head.

Brown Head ruin 2

The northern side of Brown Head.

View into Newtondale Looking east across Newtondale.

View into Newtondale

Looking east across Newtondale.

Over Blow The roof on the other side has collapsed.

Over Blow

The roof on the other side has collapsed.

Over Blow 2 The western side of Over Blow.

Over Blow 2

The western side of Over Blow.

Over Blow view Looking SE from the abandoned farmhouse of Over Blow.

Over Blow view

Looking SE from the abandoned farmhouse of Over Blow.

Footpath on Wardle Rigg

Footpath on Wardle Rigg

Zion Farm, Wardle Rigg

Zion Farm, Wardle Rigg

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Scarfhill Howe is located at Grid Ref: SE8194 (Lat: 54.34, Lng: -0.747)

Division: North Riding

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