Scheduled MonumentsEnglandMedieval settlement remains 100m and 250m north of Downhead Manor Farm

Medieval settlement remains 100m and 250m north of Downhead Manor Farm

England
List entry 1021260
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Medieval settlement remains are located at approximately 100 metres and 250 metres north of Downhead Manor Farm in Somerset. These earthworks represent the physical traces of medieval habitation and are recorded as a scheduled ancient monument. The remains indicate settlement activity during the medieval period, though the precise chronological span and detailed character of occupation at this location reflect the broader pattern of medieval rural settlement documented across Somerset. The site's designation reflects its archaeological significance in understanding the distribution and form of medieval communities in the county.

Medieval settlement remains 100m and 250m north of Downhead Manor Farm is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1021260. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Medieval settlement remains 100m and 250m north of Downhead Manor Farm?

Medieval settlement remains are located at approximately 100 metres and 250 metres north of Downhead Manor Farm in Somerset. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1021260.

Who is responsible for protecting Medieval settlement remains 100m and 250m north of Downhead Manor Farm?

Medieval settlement remains 100m and 250m north of Downhead Manor 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 1021260.

What other scheduled monuments are near Medieval settlement remains 100m and 250m north of Downhead Manor Farm?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Romano-British settlement immediately south west of Camel Hill Farm (1.8 km), Deserted medieval settlement and associated fields, Lytes Cary (3.7 km), Marston Magna moated site and associated earthworks (4.4 km).

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