Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted medieval village in Bottisham Park

Deserted medieval village in Bottisham Park

England
List entry 1006900
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Deserted medieval village in Bottisham Park is a scheduled ancient monument representing the remains of a medieval settlement in Cambridgeshire. The site preserves earthwork evidence of the village that was abandoned, likely during or after the fourteenth and fifteenth centuries as part of the broader pattern of desertion affecting English settlements during the late medieval period. The archaeological remains include ridge and furrow cultivation patterns and the structural outlines of former buildings and enclosures, which provide material evidence of medieval agricultural and domestic organisation. The monument is significant for understanding the social and economic processes that led to village abandonment and the transformation of the medieval landscape.

Deserted medieval village in Bottisham Park is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006900. View the official record →

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What is Deserted medieval village in Bottisham Park?

Deserted medieval village in Bottisham Park is a scheduled ancient monument representing the remains of a medieval settlement in Cambridgeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006900.

Who is responsible for protecting Deserted medieval village in Bottisham Park?

Deserted medieval village in Bottisham Park 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 1006900.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deserted medieval village in Bottisham Park?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Iron Age ritual enclosure containing a Bronze Age barrow, and Roman cemetery (5.8 km), Settlement site by Caudle Corner Farm (6.5 km), Fleam Dyke (7.1 km).

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