Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLittle Carlton medieval village and part of the meadow field system

Little Carlton medieval village and part of the meadow field system

England
List entry 1019870
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Little Carlton medieval village and part of the meadow field system is a scheduled ancient monument located in Nottinghamshire comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval settlement and associated agricultural landscape. The site preserves ridge and furrow cultivation patterns characteristic of the open field system practised during the medieval period, alongside the topographical evidence of former dwelling plots and other settlement features. The earthworks demonstrate the physical organisation of a medieval rural community and its relationship to the surrounding farmed land. The monument is an important archaeological resource for understanding medieval settlement patterns and agrarian practice in the East Midlands region.

Little Carlton medieval village and part of the meadow field system is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1019870. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Little Carlton medieval village and part of the meadow field system?

Little Carlton medieval village and part of the meadow field system is a scheduled ancient monument located in Nottinghamshire comprising the earthwork remains of a medieval settlement and associated agricultural landscape. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1019870.

Who is responsible for protecting Little Carlton medieval village and part of the meadow field system?

Little Carlton medieval village and part of the meadow 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 1019870.

What other scheduled monuments are near Little Carlton medieval village and part of the meadow field system?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Civil War sconce 650m north west of Devon Bridge (3.9 km), Newark town wall (Lombard Street) (4.2 km), Standing cross known as Beaumond Cross (4.6 km).

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