Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted village of Clapton (site of) N of Croydon House

Deserted village of Clapton (site of) N of Croydon House

England
List entry 1006883
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The deserted village of Clapton is a site of medieval settlement located north of Croydon House in Cambridgeshire. The village was abandoned during the medieval period, likely as a result of economic and social changes affecting rural communities in the region. Archaeological evidence and earthwork remains indicate the former presence of domestic occupation and settlement patterns characteristic of the medieval period. The site survives today as a scheduled monument, preserving important evidence of medieval village life and the processes of depopulation that reshaped the Cambridgeshire landscape.

Deserted village of Clapton (site of) N of Croydon House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006883. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Deserted village of Clapton (site of) N of Croydon House?

The deserted village of Clapton is a site of medieval settlement located north of Croydon House in Cambridgeshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006883.

Who is responsible for protecting Deserted village of Clapton (site of) N of Croydon House?

Deserted village of Clapton (site of) N of Croydon House 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 1006883.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deserted village of Clapton (site of) N of Croydon House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Mile ditches (9.2 km), Bowl barrow: one of two round barrows on Pen Hills (9.3 km), Five bowl barrows: part of the round barrow cemetery on Therfield Heath (9.4 km).

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