Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBineham City deserted village

Bineham City deserted village

England
List entry 1006142
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Bineham City is a deserted medieval village located in Somerset, England. The site preserves earthwork remains characteristic of medieval settlement, including ridge and furrow field systems and structural platforms indicative of former dwelling sites. The village was abandoned during the medieval period, a pattern common to many English settlements that declined due to economic reorganization, agricultural change, or depopulation pressures. The surviving archaeological features provide evidence of the medieval rural landscape and settlement patterns that shaped the Somerset countryside.

Bineham City deserted village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006142. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Bineham City deserted village?

Bineham City is a deserted medieval village located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006142.

Who is responsible for protecting Bineham City deserted village?

Bineham City deserted village 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 1006142.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bineham City deserted village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Pill Bridge (1.5 km), Northover House, late Roman cemetery (2.8 km), Ilchester Roman town (3.2 km).

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