Scheduled MonumentsEnglandField system on Bullock Down

Field system on Bullock Down

England
List entry 1002207
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Field system on Bullock Down is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of medieval and post-medieval agricultural land division located in Sussex, England. The monument preserves evidence of strip field patterns and associated boundaries that reflect the organised management of arable land during the medieval period. The physical remains are visible as linear earthworks and soil marks across the landscape, demonstrating the systematic approach to farming and land tenure characteristic of this era. The site contributes to understanding the development of agricultural practice and settlement patterns in the South Downs region during the medieval period.

Field system on Bullock Down is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1002207. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Field system on Bullock Down?

Field system on Bullock Down is a scheduled ancient monument comprising the remains of medieval and post-medieval agricultural land division located in Sussex, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1002207.

Who is responsible for protecting Field system on Bullock Down?

Field system on Bullock Down 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 1002207.

What other scheduled monuments are near Field system on Bullock Down?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Three bowl barrows on Heathy Brow (0.8 km), Bowl barrow west of Well Combe (1.3 km), Bowl barrow 150m south of Well Combe (1.4 km).

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