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Cossington is a deserted medieval manorial settlement located in Kent. The site represents evidence of medieval agricultural and domestic occupation that has been abandoned, leaving behind earthwork remains and archaeological deposits that reveal patterns of settlement and land use during the medieval period. Such deserted settlements are valuable archaeological resources for understanding the organisation of medieval manorial estates and the circumstances that led to their eventual depopulation. The monument is protected as a scheduled ancient monument in recognition of its significance for understanding medieval settlement history and rural economy in the region.
Deserted medieval manorial settlement of Cossington is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1010710. View the official record →
Cossington is a deserted medieval manorial settlement located in Kent. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1010710.
Deserted medieval manorial settlement of Cossington 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 1010710.
Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow in Ashenbank Wood south of Cobham Park reservoir (2.7 km), World War II Heavy Anti-aircraft gunsite (TS15), 250m east of Cobhambury Farm (3.1 km), Romano-British villa and 19th century reservoir in Cobham Park (3.6 km).
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