Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDeserted villages and Civil War earthwork

Deserted villages and Civil War earthwork

England
List entry 1013416
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Deserted villages and Civil War earthwork is a scheduled ancient monument located in Buckinghamshire, England, comprising archaeological remains of settlement activity spanning multiple periods. The site contains evidence of medieval village occupation, now visible as earthwork features including ridge and furrow cultivation patterns and structural platforms, alongside seventeenth-century Civil War military fortifications. The Civil War earthworks reflect the strategic importance of the location during the English Civil War period, when defensive structures were constructed to command the landscape. The monument represents a palimpsest of human occupation and land use, preserving both medieval agricultural and domestic evidence alongside evidence of Civil War military activity.

Deserted villages and Civil War earthwork is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013416. View the official record →

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What is Deserted villages and Civil War earthwork?

Deserted villages and Civil War earthwork is a scheduled ancient monument located in Buckinghamshire, England, comprising archaeological remains of settlement activity spanning multiple periods. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013416.

Who is responsible for protecting Deserted villages and Civil War earthwork?

Deserted villages and Civil War earthwork 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 1013416.

What other scheduled monuments are near Deserted villages and Civil War earthwork?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated site at Grove Farm (8.4 km), Nucleated medieval settlement east of Waldridge Manor (8.5 km), Motte and bailey castle, moated site and Roman villa immediately east of All Saint's Church (9.6 km).

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