Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDispersed medieval settlement remains at Chapel Wood

Dispersed medieval settlement remains at Chapel Wood

England
List entry 1018787
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Dispersed medieval settlement remains at Chapel Wood is an ancient monument comprising the archaeological traces of a medieval settlement scattered across the landscape near Chapel Wood in Kent. The site preserves earthwork and subsurface evidence of domestic occupation dating to the medieval period, likely representing a small dispersed community rather than a nucleated village. Such scattered settlement patterns were characteristic of parts of medieval England, particularly in areas with varied terrain and land use. The remains contribute to understanding rural settlement patterns and land organisation in medieval Kent.

Dispersed medieval settlement remains at Chapel Wood is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018787. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dispersed medieval settlement remains at Chapel Wood?

Dispersed medieval settlement remains at Chapel Wood is an ancient monument comprising the archaeological traces of a medieval settlement scattered across the landscape near Chapel Wood in Kent. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018787.

Who is responsible for protecting Dispersed medieval settlement remains at Chapel Wood?

Dispersed medieval settlement remains at Chapel Wood 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 1018787.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dispersed medieval settlement remains at Chapel Wood?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ruined chapel at Pett (2.2 km), The archbishop's palace (2.3 km), Eastwell Church (5.2 km).

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