Scheduled MonumentsEnglandCoxhoe medieval settlement, 170m south west of East House Farm

Coxhoe medieval settlement, 170m south west of East House Farm

England
List entry 1019918
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Coxhoe medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village site located approximately 170 metres south-west of East House Farm near Coxhoe in County Durham. The settlement is evidenced by earthwork remains and archaeological finds that indicate occupation during the medieval period, though the precise dates of establishment and desertion require further investigation. The site represents one of several medieval settlements in the Durham region that were eventually abandoned, reflecting broader patterns of settlement reorganisation and displacement during the later medieval period. The monument survives as an archaeological landscape that contributes to understanding rural settlement patterns and land use in medieval north-east England.

Coxhoe medieval settlement, 170m south west of East House Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019918. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Coxhoe medieval settlement, 170m south west of East House Farm?

Coxhoe medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village site located approximately 170 metres south-west of East House Farm near Coxhoe in County Durham. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019918.

Who is responsible for protecting Coxhoe medieval settlement, 170m south west of East House Farm?

Coxhoe medieval settlement, 170m south west of East House Farm 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 1019918.

What other scheduled monuments are near Coxhoe medieval settlement, 170m south west of East House Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted medieval village and field system at Garmondsway (1.3 km), Old Thornley medieval settlement, open field system and hollow way, 110m north of Thornley Hall Farm (3.9 km), Middleham Castle (4.7 km).

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