Scheduled MonumentsEnglandGomeldon deserted village

Gomeldon deserted village

England
List entry 1003041
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Gomeldon deserted village is a medieval settlement remains located in Wiltshire, England, whose abandonment and subsequent archaeological visibility make it a significant example of village desertion in the English countryside. The site preserves earthwork evidence of the medieval settlement pattern, including field systems and structural platforms that indicate the former extent and organisation of the community. The village was likely depopulated during the later medieval period, a phenomenon common across England and resulting from various factors including economic change and land use reorganisation. The surviving archaeological remains provide important evidence for understanding medieval settlement patterns and the processes of rural change in southern England.

Gomeldon deserted village is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1003041. View the official record →

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What is Gomeldon deserted village?

Gomeldon deserted village is a medieval settlement remains located in Wiltshire, England, whose abandonment and subsequent archaeological visibility make it a significant example of village desertion in the English countryside. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1003041.

Who is responsible for protecting Gomeldon deserted village?

Gomeldon deserted village 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 1003041.

What other scheduled monuments are near Gomeldon deserted village?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Fussell's long barrow (3.4 km), Roman earthwork (5.1 km), Old Sarum (5.3 km).

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