Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval field system W of Woolhampton

Medieval field system W of Woolhampton

England
List entry 1006969
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

The medieval field system west of Woolhampton is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Berkshire that represents the agricultural organisation of the medieval period. The system comprises ridge and furrow earthworks characteristic of open field cultivation practices, which would have supported the local agrarian economy during the medieval centuries. Such field systems are significant archaeological features that demonstrate the landscape management and settlement patterns of medieval rural communities. The preservation of these earthwork remains provides valuable evidence for understanding the evolution of the English countryside during this period.

Medieval field system W of Woolhampton is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1006969. View the official record →

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What is Medieval field system W of Woolhampton?

The medieval field system west of Woolhampton is a scheduled ancient monument situated in Berkshire that represents the agricultural organisation of the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1006969.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval field system W of Woolhampton?

Medieval field system W of Woolhampton 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 1006969.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval field system W of Woolhampton?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Moated manorial site 200m north-west of East Field Copse (2.4 km), Bell barrow 250m north-west of Larkwhistle Farm (3.7 km), Round barrow cemetery at Brimpton Common (4.1 km).

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