Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval hamlet of Littlecote

Medieval hamlet of Littlecote

England
List entry 1018008
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Littlecote is a medieval hamlet situated in Buckinghamshire, England, whose origins and development reflect the settlement patterns of the English countryside during the medieval period. The site is documented in the historical record as representing a small agricultural community, typical of the dispersed hamlets that characterised the Buckinghamshire landscape during the Middle Ages. The physical remains and archaeological evidence from Littlecote contribute to understanding medieval rural settlement and land use in the region. The monument's designation as an ancient monument acknowledges its historical importance to the study of medieval English settlement archaeology.

Medieval hamlet of Littlecote is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1018008. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval hamlet of Littlecote?

Littlecote is a medieval hamlet situated in Buckinghamshire, England, whose origins and development reflect the settlement patterns of the English countryside during the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1018008.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval hamlet of Littlecote?

Medieval hamlet of Littlecote 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 1018008.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval hamlet of Littlecote?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Motte castle and associated remains of the medieval village of Cublington, immediately west of Ridings Way (1.9 km), Deserted village (site of) at Creslow (3.1 km), Bolebec Castle, a motte and bailey castle 300m west of St John's Church (4.6 km).

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