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Bingham's Melcombe is a deserted medieval village in Dorset, England, situated in the parish of Melcombe Bingham. The settlement, which flourished during the medieval period, was gradually abandoned over time, leaving behind earthwork remains that testify to its former occupation. Archaeological evidence and surviving field features indicate the presence of former dwellings, agricultural strips, and the organisation of a medieval rural community. The site represents an important example of the process of village depopulation that affected numerous English settlements during the later medieval period.
Bingham's Melcombe deserted village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002402. View the official record →
Bingham's Melcombe is a deserted medieval village in Dorset, England, situated in the parish of Melcombe Bingham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002402.
Bingham's Melcombe 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 1002402.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Two bowl barrows 280m north of Clyffe House (9.6 km), Bell barrow and bowl barrow 580m east of Clyffe House (9.9 km), Two bowl barrows 750m east of Clyffe House (9.9 km).
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