Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted village of Dunstall

Deserted village of Dunstall

England
List entry 1004996
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Deserted village of Dunstall is a medieval settlement in Lincolnshire whose abandonment reflects broader patterns of rural depopulation in later medieval England. The site preserves earthwork remains indicative of domestic occupation and agricultural organisation characteristic of village settlements of the twelfth to sixteenth centuries. The physical evidence, visible as field anomalies and soil variations, documents the layout and development of the community before its eventual desertion. Dunstall exemplifies the class of deserted medieval villages whose study has substantially advanced understanding of medieval rural society and economy.

Deserted village of Dunstall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1004996. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Deserted village of Dunstall?

Deserted village of Dunstall is a medieval settlement in Lincolnshire whose abandonment reflects broader patterns of rural depopulation in later medieval England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1004996.

Who is responsible for protecting Deserted village of Dunstall?

Deserted village of Dunstall 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 1004996.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deserted village of Dunstall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Southorpe medieval settlement and cultivation remains (1.5 km), Gilby medieval settlement and cultivation remains (2.7 km), Site of medieval preceptory and settlement remains, Temple Garth (3.8 km).

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