Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDovecote at Cresswell Home Farm

Dovecote at Cresswell Home Farm

England
List entry 1020128
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Dovecote at Cresswell Home Farm is a stone-built dovecote located in Northumberland, England. The structure dates from the seventeenth century and represents a significant example of agricultural heritage from the early modern period. Constructed in stone with provision for numerous nesting holes, the dovecote would have served the practical purpose of housing pigeons for food production, a common feature of substantial farmsteads of its era. The building survives as a testament to the farming practices and domestic economy of post-medieval Northumberland.

Dovecote at Cresswell Home Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020128. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dovecote at Cresswell Home Farm?

Dovecote at Cresswell Home Farm is a stone-built dovecote located in Northumberland, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020128.

Who is responsible for protecting Dovecote at Cresswell Home Farm?

Dovecote at Cresswell Home 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 1020128.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dovecote at Cresswell Home Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Cresswell tower house (1.4 km), Woodhorn Colliery (3.6 km), Low Chibburn medieval preceptory, 16th century house and World War II pillbox (5.4 km).

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