Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval settlement and part of field system at Castletown Farm

Medieval settlement and part of field system at Castletown Farm

England
List entry 1016588
Nation
England
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Castletown Farm is a medieval settlement and associated field system located in Cheshire, England. The site preserves evidence of occupation and agricultural exploitation dating to the medieval period, with physical remains visible in the landscape that reflect the organisation of both residential and productive spaces characteristic of this era. The field system demonstrates the organised husbandry practices employed by the medieval community, with its layout and boundaries still traceable through earthwork features. The monument contributes to the understanding of rural settlement patterns and land use in medieval Cheshire.

Medieval settlement and part of field system at Castletown Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016588. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval settlement and part of field system at Castletown Farm?

Castletown Farm is a medieval settlement and associated field system located in Cheshire, England. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016588.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval settlement and part of field system at Castletown Farm?

Medieval settlement and part of field system at Castletown Farm 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 1016588.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval settlement and part of field system at Castletown Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bowl barrow 250m SSE of Meadows Farm (3 km), Medieval and post-medieval settlement remains and associated field system immediately east of Overton Hall (4.4 km), Castle Hill motte, Malpas (5.9 km).

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