Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted village at Wintringham

Deserted village at Wintringham

England
List entry 1006815
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Deserted village at Wintringham is a medieval settlement site located in Huntingdonshire that was abandoned, likely during the period of agrarian change in the later medieval period. The site contains the earthwork remains of former tenements, tofts, and associated field systems that reflect the village's layout and land use patterns prior to its desertion. Archaeological and historical evidence indicates the settlement was occupied during the medieval period, with the visible earthworks preserving evidence of domestic and agricultural organisation typical of medieval village communities. The deserted village represents an important archaeological resource for understanding patterns of rural settlement change and population movement in medieval England.

Deserted village at Wintringham is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006815. View the official record →

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What is Deserted village at Wintringham?

Deserted village at Wintringham is a medieval settlement site located in Huntingdonshire that was abandoned, likely during the period of agrarian change in the later medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006815.

Who is responsible for protecting Deserted village at Wintringham?

Deserted village at Wintringham 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 1006815.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deserted village at Wintringham?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted village (site of) at Weald (0.9 km), Croxton deserted medieval village and 16th-17th century garden remains (3.1 km), St Neots Priory (site of) (4 km).

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