Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMarten deserted medieval village and moated site.

Marten deserted medieval village and moated site.

England
List entry 1013104
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Marten deserted medieval village and moated site is a scheduled ancient monument in Wiltshire comprising the archaeological remains of a settlement abandoned during the medieval period. The site is characterised by earthwork features including a substantial moated enclosure, which would have formed the focal point of the settlement, alongside ridge and furrow cultivation patterns indicative of medieval agricultural land use. The monument dates to the medieval period, with the moated site likely representing the residence of a person of some status within the community. The desertion of the village reflects the broader pattern of settlement shifts and economic changes that affected rural England during and after the medieval period.

Marten deserted medieval village and moated site. is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1013104. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Marten deserted medieval village and moated site.?

Marten deserted medieval village and moated site is a scheduled ancient monument in Wiltshire comprising the archaeological remains of a settlement abandoned during the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1013104.

Who is responsible for protecting Marten deserted medieval village and moated site.?

Marten deserted medieval village and moated site. 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 1013104.

What other scheduled monuments are near Marten deserted medieval village and moated site.?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 200m east of Oxhanger Wood (5.1 km), Celtic field system on Chute Down (6.3 km), Bowl barrow on Wick Down (7.2 km).

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