Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted village (site of) at Weald

Deserted village (site of) at Weald

England
List entry 1006849
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Deserted village (site of) at Weald is a medieval settlement that was abandoned, likely during the later medieval period when rural depopulation affected many English villages. The site lies in Huntingdonshire and represents the archaeological remains of what was once a functioning community. Physical evidence of the settlement survives as earthworks and field patterns characteristic of deserted medieval villages, including probable house platforms and strips of former arable land. Such sites are important for understanding medieval settlement patterns and the social and economic changes that led to rural depopulation in England.

Deserted village (site of) at Weald is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006849. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Deserted village (site of) at Weald?

Deserted village (site of) at Weald is a medieval settlement that was abandoned, likely during the later medieval period when rural depopulation affected many English villages. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006849.

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

Deserted village (site of) at Weald 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 1006849.

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

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Deserted village at Wintringham (0.9 km), Croxton deserted medieval village and 16th-17th century garden remains (2.2 km), Moated site in Toseland Wood (3.7 km).

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