Scheduled MonumentsEnglandFishpond, enclosures and section of field system 165m north west of Elwick Hall

Fishpond, enclosures and section of field system 165m north west of Elwick Hall

England
List entry 1016353
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Fishpond, enclosures and section of field system 165m north west of Elwick Hall is a medieval monument complex located in Durham, England. The site comprises a fishpond, associated enclosures and a section of field system, representing the agricultural and resource management practices of the medieval period. The earthwork remains survive as landscape features that document medieval land use and water management in the locality. The monument is significant as physical evidence of the settlement pattern and economic organisation of medieval Durham.

Fishpond, enclosures and section of field system 165m north west of Elwick Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016353. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Fishpond, enclosures and section of field system 165m north west of Elwick Hall?

Fishpond, enclosures and section of field system 165m north west of Elwick Hall is a medieval monument complex located in Durham, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016353.

Who is responsible for protecting Fishpond, enclosures and section of field system 165m north west of Elwick Hall?

Fishpond, enclosures and section of field system 165m north west of Elwick Hall 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 1016353.

What other scheduled monuments are near Fishpond, enclosures and section of field system 165m north west of Elwick Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Sheraton medieval settlement and open field system (2.8 km), Great house 50m west of St Mary Magdalene's Church (3.4 km), Fishponds 70m north of St Mary Magdalene's Church (3.5 km).

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