The Ringses 3c (March 2008)

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Prehistoric bedrock carvings on private farmland in the Ringses area of Doddington Moor, east of Doddington, Northumberland, reveal a hidden treasure trove of ancient artistry. This small but significant outcrop is just one of several carvings scattered across the landscape to the east of The Ringses multivallate Iron Age hillfort. Listed as 'The Ringses 3c' on the Beckensall Archive (BA), this particular carving was added to ERA by NADRAP in 2008, sparking interest and curiosity among archaeologists. According to BA records, three small cups are marked with pick-marks, surrounded by an oval shape carved into the rock. A second groove encloses the design, while a lone cup lies at the north end of the bedrock. The evidence suggests that this is merely a rough-out for a more intricate design. Historic England has recognized the significance of these carvings, listing them on their website: https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1418072 Archaeologists and enthusiasts can delve deeper into ERA & BA information at: https://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/era/section/panel/overview.jsf?eraId=29. A 3D model of the carving was created from stereo pairs captured by Kevin Malloy (NADRAP Team 1). The imagery is part of the ERA / NADRAP archive, deposited with Historic England and Northumberland County Council.