Scheduled MonumentsWalesBank House Medieval Settlement
Medieval · Deserted Rural Settlement

Bank House Medieval Settlement

Radnorshire, Wales
Cadw SAM RD159
Period
Medieval
Site type
Deserted Rural Settlement
Broad class
Domestic
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bank House Medieval Settlement is a deserted rural settlement located in Radnorshire, Wales, dating to the medieval period. The site comprises the earthwork remains of a medieval domestic settlement, preserving evidence of medieval occupation and land use patterns in the upland regions of Radnorshire. The physical character of the settlement is preserved as archaeological earthworks that reflect the domestic and agricultural organisation of a medieval rural community. The site is designated as a Scheduled Ancient Monument under Cadw, recognising its archaeological significance for understanding medieval settlement patterns and rural economy in medieval Wales.

Bank House Medieval Settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference RD159. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bank House Medieval Settlement?

Bank House Medieval Settlement is a deserted rural settlement located in Radnorshire, Wales, dating to the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference RD159.

What period does Bank House Medieval Settlement date from?

Bank House Medieval Settlement dates from the medieval period, and is classified as a deserted rural settlement. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across the UK.

Who is responsible for protecting Bank House Medieval Settlement?

Bank House Medieval Settlement is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is RD159.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bank House Medieval Settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fforest Wood Mound & Bailey Castle (7.8 km), Cwmblaenerw Enclosed Long Hut (8.5 km), Penarth Mount Castle Mound (8.8 km).

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