Scheduled MonumentsEnglandHorsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's Farm

Horsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's Farm

England
List entry 1020438
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Horsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's Farm is a scheduled ancient monument located in Somerset, England. The settlement dates to the medieval period and represents a deserted or shrunken village site typical of the landscape changes that occurred in England during the Middle Ages. The monument comprises the archaeological remains of domestic occupation and associated field systems that survive as earthworks and subsurface deposits. Such settlements provide important evidence for patterns of medieval habitation, land use, and the economic organisation of rural communities in the Somerset region.

Horsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1020438. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Horsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's Farm?

Horsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's Farm is a scheduled ancient monument located in Somerset, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1020438.

Who is responsible for protecting Horsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's Farm?

Horsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's 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 1020438.

What other scheduled monuments are near Horsey medieval settlement immediately north of Board's Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte with two baileys immediately east of Bristol Road, Down End (2.3 km), Brick and tile kiln west of East Quay, 200m east of Bridgwater Dock lock (2.5 km), Telescopic rail bridge over the River Parrett, 270m south east of Bridgwater Dock lock (2.7 km).

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