Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted village (site of)

Deserted village (site of)

England
List entry 1006814
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Deserted village (site of) is a medieval settlement site located in Huntingdonshire, England. The site represents the remains of a village that was abandoned during the medieval period, a phenomenon affecting numerous English settlements between the thirteenth and sixteenth centuries. Physical evidence of the settlement survives in the form of earthworks and archaeological features visible in the landscape, which provide insight into medieval rural settlement patterns and the social upheaval that led to depopulation. The site's designation as a heritage monument reflects its importance in understanding the transformation of the English countryside during the late medieval period.

Deserted village (site of) is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006814. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Deserted village (site of)?

Deserted village (site of) is a medieval settlement site located in Huntingdonshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006814.

Who is responsible for protecting Deserted village (site of)?

Deserted village (site of) 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 1006814.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deserted village (site of)?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted village (site of) (0.7 km), Hamerton Bridge (2 km), Moated site and shrunken medieval village at Winwick (2.1 km).

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