Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted village of Norton Sub Edge SE of White's Farm (now Norton Sub Edge Farm)

Deserted village of Norton Sub Edge SE of White's Farm (now Norton Sub Edge Farm)

England
List entry 1003589
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England
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Overview

History & significance

The deserted village of Norton Sub Edge is a medieval settlement situated south-east of White's Farm in Gloucestershire, now known as Norton Sub Edge Farm. The site represents the remains of a nucleated village that was abandoned, likely during the late medieval period as part of the broader processes of rural depopulation that affected the English countryside. The visible archaeological features consist of earthworks including house platforms, tofts, and field systems that preserve evidence of the former settlement pattern and agricultural organisation. The monument is scheduled as an ancient monument, recognising its significance as a source of evidence for understanding medieval settlement, economy, and the circumstances of village desertion in the Cotswold region.

Deserted village of Norton Sub Edge SE of White's Farm (now Norton Sub Edge Farm) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003589. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Deserted village of Norton Sub Edge SE of White's Farm (now Norton Sub Edge Farm)?

The deserted village of Norton Sub Edge is a medieval settlement situated south-east of White's Farm in Gloucestershire, now known as Norton Sub Edge Farm. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003589.

Who is responsible for protecting Deserted village of Norton Sub Edge SE of White's Farm (now Norton Sub Edge Farm)?

Deserted village of Norton Sub Edge SE of White's Farm (now Norton Sub Edge Farm) 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 1003589.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deserted village of Norton Sub Edge SE of White's Farm (now Norton Sub Edge Farm)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted village of Poden (0.9 km), Moated site, enclosures and water management features (2.8 km), Village cross at the crossroads north of Saintbury village (3.5 km).

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