Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAbberwick medieval village, tower house and open field system

Abberwick medieval village, tower house and open field system

England
List entry 1016350
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Abberwick is a deserted medieval village site in Northumberland, England, comprising the remains of a nucleated settlement with associated tower house and open field agriculture. The settlement dates primarily to the medieval period, with evidence of occupation spanning several centuries. The site preserves physical remains including the tower house structure and field systems characteristic of medieval agrarian organisation, providing archaeological evidence of both domestic settlement and the agricultural landscape of medieval Northumberland. The abandonment of the village reflects broader patterns of settlement change and economic reorganisation in the region during and after the medieval period.

Abberwick medieval village, tower house and open field system is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016350. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Abberwick medieval village, tower house and open field system?

Abberwick is a deserted medieval village site in Northumberland, England, comprising the remains of a nucleated settlement with associated tower house and open field agriculture. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016350.

Who is responsible for protecting Abberwick medieval village, tower house and open field system?

Abberwick medieval village, tower house and open field system 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 1016350.

What other scheduled monuments are near Abberwick medieval village, tower house and open field system?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Alnwick Moor bell pits (3.3 km), Edlingham Castle fortified manor and solar tower (4.2 km), Edlingham deserted village (4.3 km).

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