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Archaeology and ancient monuments

Sites of national archaeological importance are protected under the Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979.

Some archaeological sites and structures are of national importance and are classed as scheduled monuments. Proposed works on these sites need scheduled monument consent.

Other known sites in South Yorkshire are recorded on the South Yorkshire Historic Environment Record. This contains information on sites and finds of archaeological interest of all periods, from Palaeolithic to World War II. It includes all types of finds, from single finds to large industrial complexes.

The Historic Environment Record is held at Sheffield and maintained by the South Yorkshire Archaeology Service (SYAS). The archaeologists at SYAS also provide specialist advice to planning authorities when there are archaeological considerations as part of planning applications.

Other heritage assets

The South Yorkshire Local Heritage List is a list of heritage assets that aren't protected by statutory national designations, but contribute to the distinctiveness and history of South Yorkshire. Inclusion on the list means the building, place or site is taken into account in planning applications that could affect it or its setting.

More information

For more information about archaeology in Barnsley contact South Yorkshire Archaeology Service.

For details of archaeological and heritage site considerations during planning, see the National Planning Policy Framework on GOV.UK.