Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHill Deverill medieval settlement

Hill Deverill medieval settlement

England
List entry 1017295
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Hill Deverill medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Wiltshire, England. The settlement comprises the archaeological remains of a medieval community that once occupied the site, with physical evidence surviving in the form of earthworks and structural features characteristic of abandoned village settlements. The site dates from the medieval period, representing the remnants of habitation that was eventually deserted, likely during the later medieval centuries when many English villages were depopulated through enclosure, economic change, or other demographic shifts. The settlement remains an important archaeological record of medieval rural settlement patterns and the social landscape of Wiltshire during the medieval era.

Hill Deverill medieval settlement is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1017295. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Hill Deverill medieval settlement?

Hill Deverill medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village located in Wiltshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1017295.

Who is responsible for protecting Hill Deverill medieval settlement?

Hill Deverill 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 1017295.

What other scheduled monuments are near Hill Deverill medieval settlement?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Long barrow on Keysley Down, 1020m NNE of Chapel Field Barn (6.3 km), Oval barrow on Keysley Down, 1040m NNE of Chapel Field Barn (6.3 km), Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge (6.5 km).

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