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 a scheduled ancient monument in Kent that represents the remains of a settlement abandoned during the medieval period. The site comprises earthwork features including ridge and furrow cultivation patterns and the levelled platforms typical of former manorial occupation, which indicate intensive agricultural use and habitation during the Middle Ages. The physical evidence at Iffin Wood contributes to understanding of medieval settlement patterns and rural economy in Kent, preserving in its earthwork form a landscape that was substantially reorganised during the medieval centuries.

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 a scheduled ancient monument in Kent that represents the remains of a settlement abandoned during the medieval period. 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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