Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAbandoned Medieval Church and Graveyard, Midley

Abandoned Medieval Church and Graveyard, Midley

England
List entry 1012338
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Abandoned Medieval Church and Graveyard, Midley is a deserted medieval settlement site in Kent with an associated parish church and burial ground. The church structure dates to the medieval period, though the precise founding date and architectural phases require further archaeological investigation to establish fully. The site represents an example of rural depopulation and the subsequent abandonment of once-functioning ecclesiastical and secular communities, a phenomenon documented across southern England during the late medieval period. The graveyard contains evidence of prolonged burial activity reflecting the church's function as the spiritual centre of its community before the settlement's decline.

Abandoned Medieval Church and Graveyard, Midley is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1012338. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Abandoned Medieval Church and Graveyard, Midley?

Abandoned Medieval Church and Graveyard, Midley is a deserted medieval settlement site in Kent with an associated parish church and burial ground. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1012338.

Who is responsible for protecting Abandoned Medieval Church and Graveyard, Midley?

Abandoned Medieval Church and Graveyard, Midley 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 1012338.

What other scheduled monuments are near Abandoned Medieval Church and Graveyard, Midley?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Hope All Saints', remains of church (3.2 km), Part of a Cistercian grange, north of New Romney High Street, also known as Romney Priory (3.7 km), Three acoustic early warning devices 2360m east of Jack's Court (4.7 km).

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