Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHanging Grimston medieval settlement adjacent to Mount Pleasant Farm

Hanging Grimston medieval settlement adjacent to Mount Pleasant Farm

England
List entry 1019093
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Hanging Grimston is a medieval settlement site located in Yorkshire, England, adjacent to Mount Pleasant Farm. The settlement represents a deserted or partially abandoned medieval village, evidence of which survives as earthworks and archaeological features characteristic of the medieval period. Such settlements are significant for understanding rural settlement patterns, land use, and demographic changes during the medieval period, particularly the factors that led to village desertion or contraction. The site's designation as a registered ancient monument reflects its importance for the archaeological and historical record of medieval English settlement.

Hanging Grimston medieval settlement adjacent to Mount Pleasant Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019093. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hanging Grimston medieval settlement adjacent to Mount Pleasant Farm?

Hanging Grimston is a medieval settlement site located in Yorkshire, England, adjacent to Mount Pleasant Farm. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019093.

Who is responsible for protecting Hanging Grimston medieval settlement adjacent to Mount Pleasant Farm?

Hanging Grimston medieval settlement adjacent to Mount Pleasant 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 1019093.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hanging Grimston medieval settlement adjacent to Mount Pleasant Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Section of linear boundary dyke on Cow Moor, Millington Dale (7.8 km), Bolton Old Hall moated site (8.3 km), Round barrow 400m north-west of Cobdale Farm (8.3 km).

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