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Drake Howe, Cringle Moor, Bilsdale Midcable, North Yorkshire
Filename: 28272_053.jpg
Size: 6048 x 4032 (20.1MB)
Date: 29th March 2012
Source: Historic England
Credit: © Historic England Archive. Dav
Copyright Status: Copyrighted Work
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Source: Historic England Archive
Owner URL: images.historicenglandservices.org.uk
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Drake Howe, Cringle Moor, Bilsdale Midcable, North Yorkshire
Drake Howe, Cringle Moor, Bilsdale Midcable, North Yorkshire. Cringle Moor is the third highest hill in the North York Moors. The Bronze Age round barrow known as Drake Howe can be made out as a raised ring cairn. The other circles on the hilltop are vegetation management
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Media ID 12579546
© Historic England Archive
Barrow Bronze Age Burial Rural
EDITORS COMMENTS
This aerial photograph captures the breathtaking beauty of Drake Howe, Cringle Moor, located in the picturesque Bilsdale Midcable region of North Yorkshire. Standing tall as the third highest hill in the North York Moors, Cringle Moor boasts a rich history that dates back to the Bronze Age. The focal point of this image is undoubtedly Drake Howe, an ancient round barrow that serves as a poignant reminder of our ancestors' burial practices. The raised ring cairn can be clearly distinguished amidst its natural surroundings, evoking a sense of mystery and intrigue. As we explore further into this mesmerizing landscape, we notice several other circles dotting the hilltop. These formations are not mere coincidences but rather evidence of vegetation management techniques employed by generations past. Photographer Dave MacLeod has skillfully captured both the historical significance and rural charm encapsulated within this scene. His lens allows us to appreciate not only the stunning natural features but also invites contemplation on our connection with those who came before us. Through this print from Historic England, viewers are transported to an era long gone yet forever imprinted upon these timeless landscapes. It serves as a powerful reminder that beneath their serene exteriors lie stories waiting to be discovered and cherished for generations to come.
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