Scheduled MonumentsEnglandLow Buston medieval settlement, 231m south east of Low Buston Hall

Low Buston medieval settlement, 231m south east of Low Buston Hall

England
List entry 1006502
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Low Buston medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village site located in Northumberland, situated approximately 231 metres south-east of Low Buston Hall. The settlement dates to the medieval period and represents the remains of a once-inhabited community that was subsequently abandoned, a pattern common among many Northumbrian settlements during the later medieval centuries. Archaeological survey and field evidence indicate the presence of settlement features characteristic of medieval occupation, including earthwork remains that preserve the layout and organisation of the former habitation. The site contributes to scholarly understanding of medieval settlement patterns and abandonment processes in the North-East of England.

Low Buston medieval settlement, 231m south east of Low Buston Hall is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006502. View the official record →

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What is Low Buston medieval settlement, 231m south east of Low Buston Hall?

Low Buston medieval settlement is a deserted medieval village site located in Northumberland, situated approximately 231 metres south-east of Low Buston Hall. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006502.

Who is responsible for protecting Low Buston medieval settlement, 231m south east of Low Buston Hall?

Low Buston medieval settlement, 231m south east of Low Buston Hall 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 1006502.

What other scheduled monuments are near Low Buston medieval settlement, 231m south east of Low Buston Hall?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Warkworth Castle hermitage (2 km), Warkworth Bridge and defensive gateway (2.4 km), Warkworth Castle motte and bailey castle, tower keep castle and collegiate church (2.5 km).

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