Scheduled MonumentsEnglandEgmere medieval settlement

Egmere medieval settlement

England
List entry 1018173
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Egmere medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Norfolk, England. The site represents a settlement that was occupied during the medieval period but subsequently abandoned, a pattern common across East Anglia during the later medieval centuries. The settlement's remains are visible in the landscape as earthworks and surface features that indicate the former extent of habitation. Such desertion typically resulted from economic pressures, including the shift towards pastoral farming and the consolidation of landholdings during the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries.

Egmere medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018173. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Egmere medieval settlement?

Egmere medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Norfolk, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018173.

Who is responsible for protecting Egmere medieval settlement?

Egmere medieval settlement 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 1018173.

What other scheduled monuments are near Egmere medieval settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Waterden medieval settlement remains (1.8 km), The Greyfriars (3.9 km), Ruins and site of Walsingham Priory (4 km).

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