Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBoythorpe settlement site

Boythorpe settlement site

England
List entry 1004059
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Boythorpe settlement site is a dispersed medieval settlement located in Yorkshire, England. The site comprises the earthwork remains of former dwellings and associated agricultural features characteristic of nucleated settlement patterns common in the medieval period. Archaeological survey and documentary evidence indicate occupation during the medieval era, with the settlement subsequently abandoned, leaving visible ridge-and-furrow cultivation remains and house platforms across the landscape. The site represents important evidence of rural settlement organisation and the subsequent desertion of medieval villages, a phenomenon widely documented across northern England.

Boythorpe settlement site is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004059. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Boythorpe settlement site?

Boythorpe settlement site is a dispersed medieval settlement located in Yorkshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004059.

Who is responsible for protecting Boythorpe settlement site?

Boythorpe settlement site 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 1004059.

What other scheduled monuments are near Boythorpe settlement site?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of linear earthwork 200m north east of Pasture Cottages (4.7 km), Long barrow 650m south-east of Cross Thorns Barn (5.4 km), Three bowl barrows 200m west of Belle Vue Farm (6.5 km).

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