Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval settlement at Billesley Trussell

Medieval settlement at Billesley Trussell

England
List entry 1016440
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Billesley Trussell is a medieval settlement located in Warwickshire, comprising the remains of a nucleated village that developed during the medieval period. The site is characterized by the earthwork traces of former dwellings, field systems, and associated settlement features that document patterns of medieval rural occupation and land use. The settlement appears to have been deserted or significantly depopulated by the early modern period, leaving behind the archaeological signature now visible as earthworks. The site represents an important record of medieval agrarian society and the processes of settlement formation and abandonment that characterized the English countryside during this era.

Medieval settlement at Billesley Trussell is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1016440. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval settlement at Billesley Trussell?

Billesley Trussell is a medieval settlement located in Warwickshire, comprising the remains of a nucleated village that developed during the medieval period. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1016440.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval settlement at Billesley Trussell?

Medieval settlement at Billesley Trussell 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 1016440.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval settlement at Billesley Trussell?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Ringwork castle, 80m north west of St John the Baptist's Church (3.6 km), Kinwarton Dovecot (4.5 km), Standing cross in St Mary's churchyard (4.6 km).

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