Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLeafield Edge medieval settlement and field system

Leafield Edge medieval settlement and field system

England
List entry 1006416
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Leafield Edge is a medieval settlement and field system located in Northumberland. The site comprises the remains of a nucleated settlement with associated open field strips and ridge-and-furrow cultivation patterns, evidencing agricultural organisation typical of the medieval period. The monument represents a now-abandoned settlement that reflects patterns of rural habitation and land use common across northern England during the medieval era. Such field systems demonstrate the systematic approach to farming and land management that characterised medieval agricultural communities in this region.

Leafield Edge medieval settlement and field system is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006416. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Leafield Edge medieval settlement and field system?

Leafield Edge is a medieval settlement and field system located in Northumberland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006416.

Who is responsible for protecting Leafield Edge medieval settlement and field system?

Leafield Edge medieval settlement and field system 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 1006416.

What other scheduled monuments are near Leafield Edge medieval settlement and field system?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Palisaded settlement, 740m north west of Northfieldhead (1.4 km), Enclosed settlement 310m south west of White Gate (1.5 km), Unenclosed hut circle settlement 655m south west of White Gate (1.8 km).

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