Scheduled MonumentsEnglandA deserted medieval manorial settlement and associated earthworks in Iffin Wood

A deserted medieval manorial settlement and associated earthworks in Iffin Wood

England
List entry 1009012
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The deserted medieval manorial settlement and associated earthworks in Iffin Wood is an ancient monument representing the remains of a medieval rural community, now preserved as a series of archaeological earthworks. The site comprises the physical vestiges of domestic occupation, agricultural infrastructure, and landscape management from the medieval period, likely encompassing dwellings, field systems, and other structures typical of a small manorial holding. Such deserted settlements are valuable archaeological resources for understanding medieval land use, social organisation, and the processes of settlement shift and abandonment that characterised parts of the English countryside. The preservation of earthwork remains at Iffin Wood provides evidence of medieval settlement patterns and economic activity in Kent, contributing to broader understanding of regional medieval settlement archaeology.

A deserted medieval manorial settlement and associated earthworks in Iffin Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1009012. View the official record →

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What is A deserted medieval manorial settlement and associated earthworks in Iffin Wood?

The deserted medieval manorial settlement and associated earthworks in Iffin Wood is an ancient monument representing the remains of a medieval rural community, now preserved as a series of archaeological earthworks. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1009012.

Who is responsible for protecting A deserted medieval manorial settlement and associated earthworks in Iffin Wood?

A deserted medieval manorial settlement and associated earthworks in Iffin Wood is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1009012.

What other scheduled monuments are near A deserted medieval manorial settlement and associated earthworks in Iffin Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl Barrow 350M E.S.E. of Capel farm in Mounts Wood (3.5 km), Roman cist burials in Gorsley Wood (4 km), Bowl barrow 400m north-east of Buckholt Farm in Mounts Wood (4.7 km).

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