Scheduled MonumentsEnglandAshwell medieval settlement remains, watermill and gardens at Old Hall

Ashwell medieval settlement remains, watermill and gardens at Old Hall

England
List entry 1017212
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Ashwell medieval settlement remains, watermill and gardens at Old Hall is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval settlement with associated water-powered milling infrastructure located in Rutland, England. The site preserves evidence of medieval occupation and agricultural activity, with ridge-and-furrow field systems and settlement features visible in the landscape. The watermill represents an important element of medieval economic organisation, utilising water power for grain processing. The monument dates to the medieval period and retains archaeological potential for understanding patterns of medieval settlement, land use and technological practice in the East Midlands region.

Ashwell medieval settlement remains, watermill and gardens at Old Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017212. View the official record →

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What is Ashwell medieval settlement remains, watermill and gardens at Old Hall?

Ashwell medieval settlement remains, watermill and gardens at Old Hall is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval settlement with associated water-powered milling infrastructure located in Rutland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017212.

Who is responsible for protecting Ashwell medieval settlement remains, watermill and gardens at Old Hall?

Ashwell medieval settlement remains, watermill and gardens at Old Hall 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 1017212.

What other scheduled monuments are near Ashwell medieval settlement remains, watermill and gardens at Old Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moor Lane moated site, Whissendine (2.9 km), Village cross 50m south of Middle Farm (2.9 km), Alstoe Moot and part of Alsthorpe deserted medieval village (3.4 km).

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