Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAlnham medieval settlement

Alnham medieval settlement

England
List entry 1016713
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Alnham medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Northumberland, situated in the upland landscape of the Cheviot Hills. The settlement comprises the remains of a nucleated village with evidence of stone-built structures and associated field systems, indicative of medieval agricultural occupation. Dating to the medieval period, the site represents the type of rural settlement that characterised the Northumbrian uplands before depopulation, likely occurring through a combination of economic pressure and landscape change. The earthworks visible across the site provide archaeological evidence of domestic and communal medieval life in this remote Border region.

Alnham medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016713. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Alnham medieval settlement?

Alnham medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Northumberland, situated in the upland landscape of the Cheviot Hills. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016713.

Who is responsible for protecting Alnham medieval settlement?

Alnham medieval settlement 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 1016713.

What other scheduled monuments are near Alnham medieval settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Oval mound 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Caistron Farm (9.3 km), Round cairn cemetery on Holystone Common (9.6 km), Round cairn, 200m south-west of Campville (9.7 km).

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