Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCold Weston deserted medieval village

Cold Weston deserted medieval village

England
List entry 1006241
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Cold Weston is a deserted medieval village in Shropshire, England, whose settlement pattern and field systems remain visible as earthwork remains in the landscape. The site represents abandonment typical of the medieval period, when villages were depopulated through various economic and social pressures affecting rural communities. The earthworks preserve evidence of former domestic occupation and agricultural organisation, providing archaeological testimony to medieval settlement and land use in the Shropshire region.

Cold Weston deserted medieval village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006241. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cold Weston deserted medieval village?

Cold Weston is a deserted medieval village in Shropshire, England, whose settlement pattern and field systems remain visible as earthwork remains in the landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006241.

Who is responsible for protecting Cold Weston deserted medieval village?

Cold Weston deserted medieval 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 1006241.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cold Weston deserted medieval village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ring cairn and two round cairns on Hoare Edge, 550m south east of Nine Springs Farm (7.7 km), Bowl barrow on Old Field, 700m south-east of Ludlow golf course club house (8 km), Bowl barrow 450m north-west of Felton Farm (8.1 km).

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