Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted medieval settlement and field system with incorporated prehistoric settlement and field system and post-medieval farmhouse NW of Tresibbet Farm

Deserted medieval settlement and field system with incorporated prehistoric settlement and field system and post-medieval farmhouse NW of Tresibbet Farm

England
List entry 1007775
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The deserted medieval settlement and field system northwest of Tresibbet Farm in Cornwall is a complex archaeological landscape that incorporates evidence of both prehistoric and medieval occupation. The site demonstrates long-term continuity of land use, with prehistoric settlement and field patterns underlying medieval agricultural features, indicating sustained human activity across multiple millennia. Medieval settlement features are visible as earthworks within the broader field system, whilst post-medieval occupation is represented by a farmhouse structure associated with the later phases of land management. The site exemplifies the palimpsest character typical of Cornish upland landscapes, where successive periods of settlement have left their imprint upon the topography.

Deserted medieval settlement and field system with incorporated prehistoric settlement and field system and post-medieval farmhouse NW of Tresibbet Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1007775. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Deserted medieval settlement and field system with incorporated prehistoric settlement and field system and post-medieval farmhouse NW of Tresibbet Farm?

The deserted medieval settlement and field system northwest of Tresibbet Farm in Cornwall is a complex archaeological landscape that incorporates evidence of both prehistoric and medieval occupation. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1007775.

Who is responsible for protecting Deserted medieval settlement and field system with incorporated prehistoric settlement and field system and post-medieval farmhouse NW of Tresibbet Farm?

Deserted medieval settlement and field system with incorporated prehistoric settlement and field system and post-medieval farmhouse NW of Tresibbet 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 1007775.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deserted medieval settlement and field system with incorporated prehistoric settlement and field system and post-medieval farmhouse NW of Tresibbet Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Part of a medieval boundary dyke 220m east of Golitha House (7.9 km), Medieval wayside cross at Wenmouth Cross, 320m north of Wenmouth (8 km), Trewane Cross in St Neot churchyard (8.1 km).

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