Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted post-medieval farmstead and part of the surrounding field system at High House Waste

Deserted post-medieval farmstead and part of the surrounding field system at High House Waste

England
List entry 1003182
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

High House Waste is a deserted post-medieval farmstead located in Devon, England, together with associated field systems that survive in the surrounding landscape. The site comprises the remains of agricultural settlement and land division dating to the post-medieval period, representing the material evidence of rural habitation and farming practices from this era. The farmstead and its field boundaries remain as earthwork features within the landscape, providing archaeological evidence for the pattern of settlement and land use in post-medieval Devon. The site is designated as an ancient monument in recognition of its historical importance in understanding the development of the Devon countryside during the post-medieval period.

Deserted post-medieval farmstead and part of the surrounding field system at High House Waste is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003182. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Deserted post-medieval farmstead and part of the surrounding field system at High House Waste?

High House Waste is a deserted post-medieval farmstead located in Devon, England, together with associated field systems that survive in the surrounding landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003182.

Who is responsible for protecting Deserted post-medieval farmstead and part of the surrounding field system at High House Waste?

Deserted post-medieval farmstead and part of the surrounding field system at High House Waste 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 1003182.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deserted post-medieval farmstead and part of the surrounding field system at High House Waste?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Enclosure with hut circles east of Addicombe (5.7 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (6.1 km), One of a number of cairns at Black Pool (6.1 km).

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