Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBlatherwycke medieval village remains

Blatherwycke medieval village remains

England
List entry 1003635
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Blatherwycke is a deserted medieval village site located in Northamptonshire. The settlement shows evidence of occupation from the medieval period, with archaeological remains and earthworks indicating a planned village layout characteristic of the high medieval period. The site preserves ridge-and-furrow field systems and structural remains that document both domestic habitation and the agricultural economy of the medieval community. Blatherwycke exemplifies the pattern of village depopulation that occurred in parts of England during the later medieval period, leaving behind earthworks that remain visible in the modern landscape.

Blatherwycke medieval village remains is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003635. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Blatherwycke medieval village remains?

Blatherwycke is a deserted medieval village site located in Northamptonshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003635.

Who is responsible for protecting Blatherwycke medieval village remains?

Blatherwycke medieval village remains 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 1003635.

What other scheduled monuments are near Blatherwycke medieval village remains?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fineshade motte and bailey castle and abbey (1.8 km), Boundary cross 300m north of Alders Farm (2.1 km), Iron Age enclosure (3.1 km).

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