Archaeological sites · North East England
Lynchets (cultivation terraces)
In or near Milfield.
Lynchets (cultivation terraces) — a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
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Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 45 min–1.5 h
- Free entry
- Dog-friendly
About
Lynchets (cultivation terraces) is a archaeological located in scotland-central, United Kingdom. Sourced from OpenStreetMap (ODbL licence); see local listings for visitor information, opening hours and admission details.
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Protected designations
- Site of Special Scientific Interest: Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Lynchets are archaeological cultivation terraces located in central Scotland. These earthworks, formed by centuries of agricultural practices, provide insight into historical farming methods and landscape management. Their distinctive stepped appearance reflects the adaptation of the land for crop production.
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- Coordinates
- 55.5510, -2.1863
- District
- Northumberland
- Parish
- Kirknewton
- Postcode
- NE71 6XW
- Parliamentary constituency
- North Northumberland
Sources
- osm: way/204906836 (ODbL)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Lynchets (cultivation terraces)?
- Lynchets (cultivation terraces) is in central Scotland, United Kingdom (postcode NE71 6XW), in the parish of Kirknewton.
- What is Lynchets (cultivation terraces)?
- Lynchets (cultivation terraces) — a archaeological in scotland-central, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Lynchets (cultivation terraces)?
- Drivers can use postcode NE71 6XW.
- Is Lynchets (cultivation terraces) a protected site?
- Yes — Lynchets (cultivation terraces) is part of the Tweed Catchment Rivers - England: Till Catchment SSSI Site of Special Scientific Interest.
- Is Lynchets (cultivation terraces) free to visit?
- Yes, Lynchets (cultivation terraces) is free to enter.
- How do I get to Lynchets (cultivation terraces)?
- Drivers can navigate to postcode NE71 6XW. It sits within the North Northumberland parliamentary constituency.