Scheduled MonumentsEnglandA deserted medieval settlement and post medieval farmstead 510m north east of East Rook Gate

A deserted medieval settlement and post medieval farmstead 510m north east of East Rook Gate

England
List entry 1003196
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England
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Overview

History & significance

A deserted medieval settlement and post medieval farmstead 510m north east of East Rook Gate is a monument comprising the earthwork remains of human occupation spanning the medieval and post medieval periods in Devon. The site preserves ridge and furrow field systems and settlement features that document the pattern of agricultural land use and habitation characteristic of the region during these centuries. The physical remains visible on the ground include soil marks and topographic variations that indicate both the former arable fields worked by inhabitants and the structures that comprised the farmstead itself. This monument provides archaeological evidence of the continuity and transformation of rural settlement in Devon from the medieval period through to the post medieval era.

A deserted medieval settlement and post medieval farmstead 510m north east of East Rook Gate is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003196. View the official record →

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What is A deserted medieval settlement and post medieval farmstead 510m north east of East Rook Gate?

A deserted medieval settlement and post medieval farmstead 510m north east of East Rook Gate is a monument comprising the earthwork remains of human occupation spanning the medieval and post medieval periods in Devon. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003196.

Who is responsible for protecting A deserted medieval settlement and post medieval farmstead 510m north east of East Rook Gate?

A deserted medieval settlement and post medieval farmstead 510m north east of East Rook Gate 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 1003196.

What other scheduled monuments are near A deserted medieval settlement and post medieval farmstead 510m north east of East Rook Gate?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosure with hut circles east of Addicombe (5.3 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (5.8 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (5.8 km).

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