Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval earthworks E and SE of St Mary's Church

Medieval earthworks E and SE of St Mary's Church

England
List entry 1005828
Nation
England
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Overview

History & significance

Medieval earthworks E and SE of St Mary's Church is a scheduled ancient monument consisting of banks and ditches situated to the east and south-east of the parish church. The earthworks are interpreted as the remains of a medieval settlement or manorial complex, likely dating to the medieval period, though the precise chronology and functional purpose of the features require further archaeological investigation. The monument represents evidence of the medieval occupation and land use patterns within the parish, preserving in its topography information about settlement morphology and territorial organisation that would otherwise be lost.

Medieval earthworks E and SE of St Mary's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005828. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval earthworks E and SE of St Mary's Church?

Medieval earthworks E and SE of St Mary's Church is a scheduled ancient monument consisting of banks and ditches situated to the east and south-east of the parish church. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005828.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval earthworks E and SE of St Mary's Church?

Medieval earthworks E and SE of St Mary's Church 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 1005828.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval earthworks E and SE of St Mary's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including A 19th century artillery fort known as Littlehampton Fort, 317m south west of the Windmill Theatre (2.6 km), Tortington Augustinian priory and ponds, including part of priory precinct (3.3 km), Maison Dieu (4.6 km).

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