Scheduled MonumentsEnglandConksbury deserted medieval settlement

Conksbury deserted medieval settlement

England
List entry 1014589
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Conksbury is a deserted medieval settlement located in Derbyshire, England, representing the archaeological remains of a village abandoned sometime in the medieval or early post-medieval period. The site preserves earthwork features typical of DMV (deserted medieval village) archaeology, including the physical traces of former dwelling plots, field systems, and communication routes that document the layout and organisation of the settlement. Located in the Peak District landscape, Conksbury provides evidence of medieval rural habitation patterns and land use in this region, with its preservation as earthworks making it a valuable archaeological resource for understanding settlement desertion and medieval agrarian life in northern England.

Conksbury deserted medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1014589. View the official record →

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What is Conksbury deserted medieval settlement?

Conksbury is a deserted medieval settlement located in Derbyshire, England, representing the archaeological remains of a village abandoned sometime in the medieval or early post-medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1014589.

Who is responsible for protecting Conksbury deserted medieval settlement?

Conksbury deserted medieval settlement 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 1014589.

What other scheduled monuments are near Conksbury deserted medieval settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Gallowlow Lane bowl barrow (8.9 km), Medieval grange and field system, 200m south of Royston Grange (9.1 km), Romano-British field system, 420m south east of Roystone Grange (9.1 km).

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