Scheduled MonumentsEnglandDovecote at Elm Tree Farm

Dovecote at Elm Tree Farm

England
List entry 1020196
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England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Dovecote at Elm Tree Farm is a circular stone-built dovecote located in Lincolnshire. The structure dates to the medieval period and represents a type of agricultural building designed for the domestication and management of pigeons, which provided an important source of protein and fertiliser for nearby settlements. The circular form and stone construction are characteristic of medieval dovecotes in the East Midlands region, reflecting the sustained demand for such structures among landholding communities during the medieval and post-medieval centuries.

Dovecote at Elm Tree Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020196. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Dovecote at Elm Tree Farm?

Dovecote at Elm Tree Farm is a circular stone-built dovecote located in Lincolnshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020196.

Who is responsible for protecting Dovecote at Elm Tree Farm?

Dovecote at Elm Tree 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 1020196.

What other scheduled monuments are near Dovecote at Elm Tree Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated manorial complex immediately north west of Elm Tree Farm (0.2 km), Cross in All Saints churchyard (0.5 km), Hermit Dam moated site (4.2 km).

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