Category: Archaeological Periods

The Knights Templar

The Knights Templar, an order of warrior monks founded in the 12th century, had a significant presence in Yorkshire, England. They were known as formidable fighters during the Crusades and were recognized by their distinctive white mantles with a red cross.

Bolton Hall, Wensleydale

Bolton Hall, a stately country house in the Yorkshire Dales, has a rich history that intertwines with the broader narrative of the region. The current Bolton Hall was constructed in the late 17th century, specifically in 1678, for Charles Paulet, the 1st Duke of Bolton, as a reward from King William III for his support during the Glorious Revolution.

Chapter 5 – The Later Neolithic Explosion

The one thousand years between 3,000 and 2,000 BC saw the Vale of Mowbray’s most significant period of development. It is at this time that the area between Boroughbridge and Catterick became the Sacred Vale, a premier ritual landscape, with Thornborough as its heart.

The Tower Folly, Bolton Hall

The Tower, approximately 100 metres to the north-east of Bolton Hall, close to Wensley village. It was built in the late eighteenth century and is a hexagonal tower that is part of a collection of follies in the local area.

Carperby in Wensleydale

Carperby, nestled in the heart of Wensleydale, North Yorkshire, is a village steeped in history and archaeological significance.

Earthworks at Manor Grange Wensleydale

The Earthworks at Manor Grange in Wensleydale are a testament to the rich historical tapestry of the Yorkshire Dales.

Castle Bolton

Bolton Castle, an ancient fortress located in the heart of Wensleydale, Yorkshire, stands as a testament to medieval architecture and the Scrope family’s legacy.

Earthworks at Redmire

Redmire, a charming village nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, England, boasts a rich tapestry of history that is as picturesque as its serene landscapes.

Earthworks at Bellerby, Leyburn

Bellerby, a charming village nestled in the heart of North Yorkshire, England, boasts a rich tapestry of history that dates back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was recorded as “Belgebi” – a name derived from Old Norse, meaning “Berg’s farmstead or clearing.”

St Michael & All Angels, Downholme

The history of St Michael & All Angels in Downholme is woven through the centuries.

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